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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What alias did Lewis use when he was asked to fill out a ratings card at the Chinatown casino?

2. In June of 1995, what were Kianna, Michael, and Fisher eating?

3. How long did Lewis promise Rosa that he would continue dealing every day to practice?

4. Who was George Foreman fighting in Vegas during November of 1994?

5. What was the address where Lewis was going to take his casino test?

Short Essay Questions

1. What were some things about Lewis that didn't fit with his MIT image?

2. Describe Micky Rosa.

3. In Chapter 1, who was Lewis's spotter?

4. What was the hierarchy in a casino?

5. How did the team play work on the blackjack team?

6. Describe the Foxwoods Resort and Casino.

7. As far as Lewis knew, what had Fisher and Martinez been doing all summer?

8. Where were some places that Lewis could hide his money and his chips?

9. Why had Lewis focused on math and science in school?

10. What lies had Lewis told Felicia to cover up his practice blackjack sessions?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Using examples from the book, discuss why Lewis considered telling his family about his double life.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how and why large sums of money were transported for gambling. Use examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

Using examples from the book, explain the meaning of the title of the book, "21: Bringing Down the House," and whether the MIT blackjack team brought down the house.

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