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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Boring, Boring Arsenal, Arsenal v. Newcastle, 27.12.69; Pele, Brazil v. Chechoslovakia, June 1970; Thumped, Arsenal v. Derby, 31.10.70; and Can You See Me on the Box? Southampton v. Arsenal, 10.4.71.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where does Nick get teased when Arsenal loses?
(a) At school.
(b) At home.
(c) At football training.
(d) At the scout camp.

3. What is the name of the stadium where Arsenal plays?
(a) Kenilworth Road.
(b) White Hart Lane.
(c) Highbury.
(d) Anfield.

4. What excites Nick about the Arsenal Southampton game?
(a) Kevin Keegan is playing.
(b) Arsenal has a new signing.
(c) He is on camera.
(d) Arsenal need one point to win the league.

5. What does Hornby say helps him to fit in at school?
(a) His footballing abilities.
(b) His sense of humor.
(c) His love of music.
(d) His love of football.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the real reason Nick wants to go home from the scout camp?

2. Who told Nick Arsenal would beat Swindon?

3. Who takes Nick to his first football game?

4. Why does Nick miss the opening game of the season?

5. What major event in Hornby's life happens just after his eleventh birthday?

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