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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. Mick's father contends that if Mick is good enough to be captain, he is good enough to do what in Part 2, Chapter 7?

2. Mick begins trying to find a reason why he couldn't do what in Part 2, Chapter 11?

3. Who moves around, sitting here and there and discussing the game with Mick, Drew, and the others in Part 3, Chapter 2?

4. Mick tells his father that night he will be starting on Friday's game against who in Part 2, Chapter 8?

5. In Part 3, Chapter 11, Drager shows up at the weight gym and taunts Mick to bench press how much?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Mick feel about his friends in Part 3, Chapter 11? Why?

2. How does Mick's father prepare him for a life of football in Part 1, Chapter 2? How does Mick's interest develop?

3. What does Mick discover in Part 1, Chapter 7? How does this discovery make him feel?

4. What is the outcome of the game in Part 2, Chapter 10? How does Mick feel about his performance?

5. What significant example of foreshadowing takes place in Part 3, Chapter 8?

6. What are Mick's principle fears in Part 3, Chapter 1? Who solidifies these fears?

7. What is Mick's response when Coach Carlson tries to convince him to train at the school gym instead of Popeye's in Part 3, Chapter 12?

8. What does the pressure on Mick cause him to begin contemplating in Part 2, Chapter 11?

9. Describe the game in Part 3, Chapter 2. Who do Mick and his friends believe will win?

10. What are some examples of foreshadowing in Part 2, Chapter 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze and discuss the characters of Drew and DeShawn in the novel. How does Mick feel about his friendships with these teammates? How do these characters affect the actions and objectives of the protagonist?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the history and effects of powder and vitamin supplements on Mick. How do these supplements affect Mick's performance, both in positive and negative ways?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the theme of heroism in the novel. How does the fall of Mick's father from heroic status affect the protagonist? What other characters in the novel exhibit heroic characteristics? How?

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