The Blind Side Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

Michael Lewis (author)
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The Blind Side Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

Michael Lewis (author)
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 131 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Michael is running away from the game, during which he had been teased, which of the following is NOT true?
(a) No one understands why he is running away from the victory.
(b) He runs past the sidelines, toward a chain linked fence.
(c) It takes an entire team of footballers to slow Michael down.
(d) He barrels through the opposing team's bench.

2. What year was the famous tackle between Theismann and Taylor, in which Theismann received a broken bone?
(a) 1975.
(b) 1985.
(c) 1965.
(d) 1995.

3. What is Lemming most impressed by in Michael?
(a) His strength.
(b) His speed.
(c) His precision.
(d) His size.

4. Whose idea is it to enroll Michael in a home study program to help with his grades?
(a) Big Tony's.
(b) John Harrington's.
(c) Steve Simpson's.
(d) Hugh Freeze's.

5. Which of the following medical interventions is needed when Michael goes to the hospital?
(a) He needs surgery.
(b) He needs a cast.
(c) He needs an x-ray.
(d) He needs a shot.

6. Which of the following coaches does Coach Freeze model his strategies after?
(a) Coach Long.
(b) Nick Saban.
(c) Bill Parcells.
(d) Phil Fulmer.

7. During their most successful play of the season, which player does Michael block for, clearing the way for numerous touchdowns?
(a) Quarterbacks.
(b) Running backs.
(c) Tight Ends.
(d) Receivers.

8. When Michael lifts a nose tackle off the ground during a game, how far does he throw him?
(a) Five yards.
(b) Fifteen yards..
(c) Twenty yards.
(d) Ten yards.

9. Where does Lewis claim the blindside of the quarterback is?
(a) Directly behind him.
(b) Straight in front of him.
(c) On his left side.
(d) On his right side.

10. Which of the following divisions is Michael's football team included in?
(a) Division III.
(b) Division I.
(c) Division II.
(d) Division IV.

11. Which of the following is NOT a physical attribute Lemming notes in Michael?
(a) Long arms.
(b) Giant hands.
(c) Wide feet.
(d) Massive thighs.

12. How does Michael respond when Coach Freeze calls for a play he has never practiced?
(a) He fumbles through the play, but manages to make his tackles.
(b) He reacts perfectly, completing the play.
(c) He does not understand the play, and fails miserably.
(d) He is too stunned to move on the field and tackles no one.

13. What sport does John Harrington coach at Briarcrest?
(a) Tennis.
(b) Baseball.
(c) Basketball.
(d) Football.

14. Which of the following objects is Lemming famous for?
(a) A book.
(b) A play.
(c) A painting.
(d) A song.

15. What is the name of the school with the defensive end who teases Michael mercilessly during a game?
(a) Parabay.
(b) Benton Harbor.
(c) Munford.
(d) Carlsberg.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following descriptions was NOT used to describe the way Taylor exited the pile of men on top of Theismann?

2. Which of the following teams does Phil Fulmer coach for?

3. Which of the following best describes the typical student at Briarcrest school?

4. After the State Championship game, what happens to the football scouts' interest in Michael?

5. How long is Michael in the home study program before being admitted at Briarcrest?

(see the answer keys)

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