What is the main argument presented by Malcolm Gladwell in 'Outliers' regarding intelligence and success?
Outliers Chapter 3 The Trouble with Geniuses Part 1

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Samantha Dixon
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Intelligence is the sole determinant of success.
Intelligence is a significant factor but not the only determinant of success.
Success is entirely dependent on creativity and imagination.
High IQ guarantees success in all fields.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Who conducted a famous study involving 1,500 children with exceptionally high IQs, known as the 'Termites'?
Malcolm Gladwell
Chris Langan
Lewis Terman
Albert Einstein
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What concept does Gladwell introduce to explain the limitations of intelligence as a predictor of success?
IQ threshold
Emotional intelligence
Standardized testing
Genetic predisposition
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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According to the passage, what type of test values unique and creative thinking over rote intelligence?
IQ tests
Divergence tests
Standardized tests
Aptitude tests
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Gladwell suggest is often overemphasized in societal narratives about success?
Creativity
Opportunity
Intelligence
Social skills
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OPEN ENDED QUESTION
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How are basketball players used as an analogy to intelligence in this chapter?
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