1. What kind of fans follow the Knights?
(a) They try to find ways to help them find a winning streak.
(b) They are fickle, only supporting them when they are winning.
(c) They are loyal to the team whether they win or not.
(d) They tell all the bad secrets of the team, giving them a bad reputation.

2. What two things does Roy find out about Red that makes him think the team needs his help?
(a) His need for a winning game and his respect for Roy.
(b) His age (old) and the fact he has never won a game.
(c) His sexual escapades and his laziness.
(d) His zest for the game and his loyalty to the team.

3. Who is Max Mercy?
(a) Harriet Bird's jealous husband.
(b) An Olympic athlete.
(c) A sports writer.
(d) A coach who was on the train with Roy.

4. How does Roy feel about Bump Bailey?
(a) He dislikes him because of his bad jokes and his lack of respect for the team or the coach.
(b) He looks up to him as a mentor, since both play the outfield.
(c) He is jealous of Bump's relationship with the coach.
(d) He tries to teach Bump some techniques to help the team.

5. What American tendency does Malamud say The Judge and Gus take advantage of?
(a) The tendency to gamble on games.
(b) The tendency to fall for schemes promising quick money.
(c) The tendency to seek a mate at all costs.
(d) The tendency to follow one particular ball player.