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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. George H. W. Bush and Bill Belichick attend what school together?
(a) Naval Academy.
(b) Phillips Academy.
(c) Notre Dame.
(d) Andover Wesleyan.

2. What does Belichick do following the 2002 season before returning to evaluate the team?
(a) Takes a trip with his family.
(b) He immediately starts on his evaluation.
(c) Goes to the mountains to think.
(d) Has a strong drink.

3. What do players wear to The Combine?
(a) Tuxedos.
(b) Shorts and assigned numbers.
(c) Full uniforms.
(d) T-shirts and leggings.

4. What is the final score of the first game played by the Patriots in the 2003 season?
(a) 24-7 in favor of the opponent.
(b) 31-0 Patriots.
(c) 24-7 Patriots.
(d) 31-0 in favor of the opponent.

5. What position does Steve Martin play for the Patriots?
(a) Safety.
(b) Defensive Tackle.
(c) Cornerback.
(d) Quarterback.

6. How long is the Patriots' winning streak coming into Super Bowl XXXVIII?
(a) 7 games.
(b) 12 games.
(c) 3 games.
(d) 10 games.

7. What type of meeting does Belichick hold on the Monday following the Jets game?
(a) Squad.
(b) Coaches.
(c) Advisors.
(d) Owners.

8. After the Patriots win their 2003 game against the Cowboys, Belichick meets Parcells with _____.
(a) A glare.
(b) A hug.
(c) A first fight.
(d) Angry words.

9. Who is the backup Quarterback for Tom Brady in Super Bowl XXXVIII?
(a) Benjamin Johnson.
(b) Robert Kraft.
(c) Drew Bledsoe
(d) Damon Huard.

10. Belichick notices an alarming parallel between the '03 _________ and the '01 Patriots.
(a) Eagles.
(b) Panthers.
(c) Patriots.
(d) Giants.

11. Which of the following is NOT responsible for conducting interviews at The Combine?
(a) Current players.
(b) Coaches.
(c) General Managers.
(d) Scouts.

12. What do behavior, athletic ability, learning, durability, and competitiveness have in common?
(a) They are characteristics of Belichick's children.
(b) They are factors taken into account when selecting players.
(c) They are adjectives.
(d) They are ways that Belichick evaluates his competitors.

13. Belichick attempts to build his team based on a ______ structure.
(a) Superstar.
(b) Veteran.
(c) High pay.
(d) Teamwork.

14. Coach Belichick proves to be an expert at matching player abilities with their ________.
(a) Potential.
(b) Height.
(c) Experience.
(d) Price tags.

15. Which member of Belichick's staff had not worked with Parcells while with the Jets?
(a) Tom Brady.
(b) Scott Pioli.
(c) Charlie Weis.
(d) Romeo Crennel.

Short Answer Questions

1. One talent scout describes the stress of always needing to have ______ ready when discussing the meeting on the Monday following the Jets game?

2. Which of the following player characteristics do Belichick and his staff not discuss following the 2002 season?

3. How do the Patriots' Coaches predict how the Cowboys' players will react to plays?

4. Who do the Patriots beat 31-0 in 2003 to advance to the Super Bowl?

5. In November, 2003, Belichick has ___ consecutive wins under his belt.

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