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    Who is the richest of the three?

    • Steve Wozniak
    • Bill Gates
    • Steve Jobs
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Explore the origins of Apple in 'Pirates of Silicon Valley2', focusing on key historical events and innovations like the Apple I pricing, the famous '1984' Macintosh ad, and the creation of the Blue Box by Steve Jobs and Woz.

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  • 2. 

    During what event did the Macintosh "1984" ad run?

    • Super Bowl XVIII

    • Reagan's Presidential victory speech

    • A space shuttle launch

    Correct Answer
    A. Super Bowl XVIII
    Explanation
    The Macintosh "1984" ad ran during Super Bowl XVIII. This event is known for being one of the most iconic moments in advertising history. The ad was directed by Ridley Scott and aired during the third quarter of the game. It depicted a dystopian future and introduced the Macintosh computer as a revolutionary product. The ad generated a lot of buzz and is still remembered today for its impact and creativity.

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  • 3. 

    The Lisa computer was named after:

    • Woz's mouse

    • Bill Gate's daughter

    • Mike Markkula's wife

    • Steve Job's daughter

    Correct Answer
    A. Steve Job's daughter
    Explanation
    The Lisa computer was named after Steve Jobs' daughter. This is a well-known fact in the history of Apple Inc. Steve Jobs named the computer after his daughter, Lisa Brennan-Jobs, as a way to acknowledge and honor her. The Lisa computer was one of the first personal computers with a graphical user interface, and it played a significant role in the development of Apple's later products.

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  • 4. 

    What illegal device did Jobs and Woz manufacture and sell?

    • Radar detector

    • Blue Box

    • Computer Virus

    • IBM Computer

    Correct Answer
    A. Blue Box
    Explanation
    Jobs and Woz manufactured and sold a device called the Blue Box. A Blue Box was an illegal device that allowed users to make free long-distance phone calls by exploiting flaws in the telephone system. This device was significant in the early days of Apple and played a role in shaping Jobs and Woz's understanding of technology and entrepreneurship.

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  • 5. 

    What happened to Steve Wozniak in 1981?

    • He was injured driving a tractor

    • He became a millionaire

    • He had a heart attack

    • He was injured in a small plane crash

    Correct Answer
    A. He was injured in a small plane crash
    Explanation
    In 1981, Steve Wozniak was involved in a small plane crash, which resulted in his injury.

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  • 6. 

    In 2009, what product would Bill Gates' wife like to have but he has outlawed in their home?

    • I-Pod

    • I-Phone

    • I-Mac

    • Anything made by Apple

    Correct Answer
    A. Anything made by Apple
    Explanation
    Bill Gates' wife would like to have anything made by Apple in their home, but Bill Gates has outlawed it. This suggests that Bill Gates has a personal preference against Apple products and does not allow them in their household.

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  • 7. 

    At Steve Jobs' 30th Birthday Party, why did John Scully NOT want to toast Steve Jobs?

    • Jobs and Scully worked for competing computer companies

    • Steve Jobs was going to fire John Scully

    • John Scully was going to fire Steve Jobs

    Correct Answer
    A. John Scully was going to fire Steve Jobs
    Explanation
    John Scully did not want to toast Steve Jobs at his 30th birthday party because he was planning to fire Steve Jobs. This suggests that there was tension or conflict between the two individuals, possibly due to their roles as leaders in competing computer companies.

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  • 8. 

    Where did Steve Jobs and Woz meet?

    • At a commune in Oregon

    • Homestead High School, Los Altos, CA

    • Harvard University

    • Mutual friends of Bill Gates

    Correct Answer
    A. Homestead High School, Los Altos, CA
    Explanation
    Steve Jobs and Woz (Steve Wozniak) met at Homestead High School in Los Altos, CA. This is where their friendship and collaboration began, eventually leading to the founding of Apple Inc.

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  • 9. 

    How much did the Apple cost in 1976?

    • 323

    • 666

    • 1024

    • 2024

    Correct Answer
    A. 666
  • 10. 

    What were the two competing camps at Apple Computers?

    • Macintosh and Lisa

    • Apple and Lisa

    • Apple and Macintosh

    • Apple and IBM

    Correct Answer
    A. Apple and Macintosh
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Apple and Macintosh. The question is asking about the two competing camps at Apple Computers. Apple and Macintosh were two separate teams within Apple that were working on different projects. The Macintosh team was responsible for developing the Macintosh computer, while the Apple team was working on other projects and products. These two teams had different visions and approaches, leading to a competition between them within the company.

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