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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Against whom was win number 9 for the Patriots in the 2003 season?
(a) The Colts.
(b) The Dolphins.
(c) The Panthers.
(d) The Bills.

2. The Patriots have an 8-6 record going against the Jets in 2002 and have to win the next __ game(s) to guarantee making the playoffs.
(a) 3.
(b) 1.
(c) 2.
(d) 4.

3. What type of player takes a toll on the team?
(a) High performance.
(b) High maintenance.
(c) High leadership.
(d) High energy.

4. Belichick develops his team by rewarding _____.
(a) Veterans.
(b) Speed.
(c) Experience.
(d) Effort.

5. How does Belichick feel following the 2003 Draft?
(a) Elated.
(b) Frustrated.
(c) Sad.
(d) Successful.

6. On what do the Patriots focus during The Combine in 2003?
(a) Character and intelligence.
(b) Peformance and strength.
(c) Determination and honesty.
(d) Balance and speed.

7. On the player dimension scale of 1 to 9, what is threshold for selecting a player?
(a) 7.
(b) 8.
(c) 5.
(d) 6.

8. How many players can a team interview at The Combine?
(a) 60.
(b) 20.
(c) 10.
(d) 40.

9. After discussing the players following the 2002 season, what type of view does the author say that Belichick and his staff develop regarding the team?
(a) Panoramic.
(b) Exaggerated.
(c) Skewed.
(d) Localized.

10. With five minutes left in the first half of Super Bowl XXXVIII, the Patriots ___________.
(a) Allow a sack.
(b) Kick off.
(c) Turn over the ball.
(d) Score a touchdown.

11. Why does Belichick have to change the practice field for Super Bowl XXXVIII?
(a) Incompletion.
(b) Timing conflicts.
(c) Travel plans.
(d) Unsafe conditions.

12. Which of the following is not a skill required by the Patriots when looking for a quarterback?
(a) Listening.
(b) Leadership.
(c) Running.
(d) Hard working.

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

14. Who feels vulnerable during the meeting on the Monday following the Jets game?
(a) Everyone.
(b) Low performers.
(c) Tom Brady.
(d) High paid players.

15. What play is used by the Patriots in their come-from-behind win over the Denver Broncos in 2003?
(a) An intentional safety.
(b) A blitz.
(c) A field goal.
(d) An intentional sack.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Jets victory against what team ends the Patriots' wild card chance for the playoffs?

2. Which member of Belichick's staff had not worked with Parcells while with the Jets?

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

4. What percentage pay cut is Lawyer Milloy offered?

5. Where does the live Draft occur?

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