The Power of Pure Motivation

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

According to Gladwell, what is one reason why people like Dr. Freireich, Wyatt Walker, Fred Shuttlesworth, and Trocmé are successful in instituting change?

They have pure motivations (correct)

They have extensive resources

They have influential connections

They have strong leadership skills

What is one potential outcome if the fascists kill Trocmé?

The other residents of Le Chambon will continue to help the Jews (correct)

The other individuals mentioned will lose motivation

The larger ethical considerations will be discussed

The fascists will be confused

What does Gladwell argue throughout the book about those who are more likely to achieve greatness?

They have extensive resources

They have influential connections

They are willing to do whatever it takes to overcome challenges (correct)

They are naturally talented

What aspect of acting does Gladwell not focus on in the book?

The larger ethical considerations Signup and view all the answers

What does Gladwell suggest about the motivations of Dr. Freireich, Wyatt Walker, Fred Shuttlesworth, and Trocmé?

They believed they were doing the right thing Signup and view all the answers

According to Gladwell, what is one example he uses to question the effectiveness of severe force when battling mismatched opponents?

The story of the U.S. and Vietnam Signup and view all the answers

Who does Gladwell contrast with Leon Gouré to illustrate the importance of going against the status quo and established conventions?

Konrad Kellen Signup and view all the answers

What does Gladwell argue for in the book?

The importance of seeing things as they are Signup and view all the answers

What does Gladwell say about the strength of the United States in the context of the U.S. and Vietnam example?

The United States' strength is bolstered by its men, money, and assets Signup and view all the answers

What does Gladwell say about Konrad Kellen's approach to reading and hearing things?

Kellen reads and hears things without bias Signup and view all the answers

The Power of Pure Motivation

Podcast Beta

Questions and Answers

According to Gladwell, what is one reason why people like Dr. Freireich, Wyatt Walker, Fred Shuttlesworth, and Trocmé are successful in instituting change?

What is one potential outcome if the fascists kill Trocmé?

What does Gladwell argue throughout the book about those who are more likely to achieve greatness?

What aspect of acting does Gladwell not focus on in the book?

What does Gladwell suggest about the motivations of Dr. Freireich, Wyatt Walker, Fred Shuttlesworth, and Trocmé?

According to Gladwell, what is one example he uses to question the effectiveness of severe force when battling mismatched opponents?

Who does Gladwell contrast with Leon Gouré to illustrate the importance of going against the status quo and established conventions?

What does Gladwell argue for in the book?

What does Gladwell say about the strength of the United States in the context of the U.S. and Vietnam example?

What does Gladwell say about Konrad Kellen's approach to reading and hearing things?

More Quizzes Like This

The Power of Words

The Power of Discipline

The Power of Words y9 iyun

The Power of Small Habits

Upgrade to continue