Facts about Chris
Did his step dad abuse him?
yes
what is the difference beetwen practical intelligence and academic intelligence
practical intelligence is knowledge of how to navigate social situations, work with others, and take advantage of opportunities. Academic intelligence is knowledge of facts and being "booksmart".
how many siblings did Langan have?
3
What was there financial status
They were poor
how can growing up in a low income family, be detrimental to future success.
growing up without money, can lessen your opportunities, and cause your parents to support you cognitive growth, thus, the drive and knowledge, important for your future, won't be there.
how many colleges did Langan get a scholarship to?
2
How many baby dads did his mom have
4
What is a lesson you can learn from Chris
Even though he had a high IQ, his poor childhood, and inadequate parents caused him to not use his IQ to its full capacity, so he ended up as an average joe.
how many sections are in this chapter
6
what did his step dad beat him with
bull whip
how did practical intelligence help oppenheimer throughout his life
because of his persuasian skills and practical knowledge, oppenheimer was able to convince his way into his job working on the atomic bomb.
what is Chris langans IQ?
195
How many miles outside of town did they live.
13
What is the main point Gladwell made about having a high iq
He states that you can have a high iq but there is a point where opportunity, effort, and social skills will help you more in life.
how many pages are in this chapter?
25