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

Short Answer Questions

1. Coach says he wants to _______________________.

2. Why was Marion so vulnerable at this time?

3. What does James see as his chance to rise above mediocrity?

4. To what does Coach attribute his recovery after surgery?

5. James substitutes the phrase "take care of each other" instead of ______________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the role of men in the 1970s when the men in the play are living their adult lives. What precedents do they feel compelled to follow? What restrictions do they have? What freedoms did they enjoy that 21st century men do not?

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of Phil. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him--if anything--at this point in his life?

Essay Topic 3

THAT CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON is a classic loyalty and betrayal story. What does that classification entail? Why does this play fit into this category? Explain.

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