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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. Who do the Arsenal fans blame for the loss against Luton?

2. Who does Arsenal play on the 13th of September, 1980?

3. What does Nick's family have to consult him about before planning any important events?

4. What does Nick miss when he goes to a Charlton game?

5. Why does Nick say he is not afraid of the situation at the Arsenal Southampton game?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Nick's life change when he moves to North London?

2. How does Nick's obsession with Arsenal affect him in the workplace?

3. Why is Nick depressed in this section?

4. How happens during the Heysel disaster?

5. Why is Nick unapologetic about hurting his friends?

6. What does Nick think is the difference between men and women?

7. How does Nick get though the heartache of splitting up with his girlfriend?

8. What does Nick buying tickets in the all-seater part of the stadium signify?

9. Summarize this section.

10. Why is Nick ashamed of his countrymen in this section?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what way do Nick's successes and failures mirror Arsenal's successes and failures? How does Nick try to distance himself from Arsenal's successes and failures?

Essay Topic 2

Choose one of the following Arsenal players and discuss Nick's views on each one. What role do they play in Nick's life?

1. Liam Brady.

2. Malcolm MacDonald.

3. Charlie Nicholas.

4. Bob McNab.

Essay Topic 3

How does English football change from 1969 to 1991? What are the negative and positive aspects of this change?

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