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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A New Family, Arsenal v. Wolves, 15.8.72; A Matter of Life and Death, Crystal Palace v. Liverpool, October 1972; Graduation Day, Arsenal v. Ipswich, 14.10.72; and The Whole Package, Arsenal v. Coventry, 4.11.72.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Nick describe the boys in the Schoolboy enclosure?
(a) Spoilt.
(b) Tough.
(c) Fun.
(d) Wet.

2. Why is Nick feeling guilty at the beginning of this section?
(a) His father does not like Arsenal.
(b) He is having thoughts about a girl.
(c) He stole some football stickers.
(d) He swore at an opposing player.

3. Who chases Nick and other fans to the train station?
(a) Derby players.
(b) Brian Clough.
(c) Derby fans.
(d) The police.

4. What game does Hornby write about in this book?
(a) Cricket.
(b) Football.
(c) Rugby.
(d) Baseball.

5. How does Nick say he takes each of Arsenal's wins or losses?
(a) Carelessly.
(b) Humorously.
(c) Personally.
(d) On the chin.

Short Answer Questions

1. What role does Nick say he is playing at home?

2. What does Nick notice about the men attending his first game?

3. What does Nick tell the counselors to get out of scout camp?

4. Who do the fans frighten on the way to the game against Derby?

5. Why does Nick feel disconnected from Arsenal's double?

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