SECTION 3:2 TEST

1. According to Steve Jobs, what is more important than just having ideas?
A) Having more ideas than competitors
B) Execution, because ideas are worth nothing unless acted upon
C) Keeping your ideas secret
D) Focusing only on long-term goals

2. What is key to turning a grand vision into success, according to the text?
A) Keeping the vision in mind but ignoring day-to-day actions
B) Translating vision into actionable steps and ensuring execution
C) Waiting for the right time to act on the vision
D) Relying solely on luck for execution

3. How did Jeff Bezos grow Amazon into the world’s largest e-commerce platform?
A) By focusing only on his vision and avoiding short-term plans
B) By breaking down his vision into short-term plans and executing them effectively
C) By relying solely on his team without having a clear vision
D) By avoiding detailed strategies

4. Why is delegation important for entrepreneurs, according to the text?
A) It allows entrepreneurs to avoid managing day-to-day tasks
B) It enables entrepreneurs to maintain focus on the bigger picture while empowering others to handle execution
C) It is unnecessary for small businesses
D) It helps entrepreneurs avoid setting goals

5. What is the relationship between vision and execution?
A) Vision sets the destination, and execution determines whether you’ll reach it
B) Execution is irrelevant if the vision is strong enough
C) Vision alone is enough to ensure success
D) Execution matters only after the vision is fully realized

Answers:

1. B) Execution, because ideas are worth nothing unless acted upon
2. B) Translating vision into actionable steps and ensuring execution
3. B) By breaking down his vision into short-term plans and executing them effectively
4. B) It enables entrepreneurs to maintain focus on the bigger picture while empowering others to handle execution
5. A) Vision sets the destination, and execution determines whether you’ll reach it