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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the threshold that players must meet to be considered by the Patriots mean?
(a) They are a proven player with a proven record.
(b) They are an average player with little potential.
(c) They are an overachieving player past their prime.
(d) They are capable of a solid performance with room for growth.

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

3. What percentage pay cut is Lawyer Milloy offered?
(a) 6%.
(b) 10%.
(c) 0%.
(d) 3%.

4. The Patriots lost to the Jets in 2002 by what score?
(a) 12-7.
(b) 27-12.
(c) 30-17.
(d) 24-3.

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

6. What is on TV while the Patriots are participating in the Draft?
(a) Films of players.
(b) Cartoons.
(c) ESPN.
(d) Nothing.

7. How many new players do the Patriots add in 2002?
(a) 8.
(b) 2.
(c) 6.
(d) 4.

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

9. What is the maximum length of time teams can interview players at The Combine?
(a) 15 minutes.
(b) 1 hour.
(c) 30 minutes.
(d) There is no limit.

10. What type of opinions must scouts possess?
(a) Mild opinions.
(b) Clear opinions.
(c) Influenced opinions.
(d) Proven opinions.

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

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

13. The Jets victory against what team ends the Patriots' wild card chance for the playoffs?
(a) Panthers.
(b) Dolphins.
(c) Giants.
(d) Packers.

14. Aside from strengths and weaknesses, what does Belichick note about the players he evaluates following the 2002 season?
(a) Illness.
(b) Family.
(c) Mental errors.
(d) Physical weakness.

15. In November, 2003, Belichick has ___ consecutive wins under his belt.
(a) 5.
(b) 0.
(c) 7.
(d) 3.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tom Brady thinks the Patriots can go undefeated in the 2002 season after an opening victory against which team?

2. To what does Belichick contribute the 2002 loss to the Jets?

3. 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?

4. Who scores during the winning play against the Miami Dolphins towards the end of the 2002 season?

5. Where do coaches physically arrange names when planning for the draft?

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