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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Death of a Lineman.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which city does Michael Oher live?
(a) Little Rock.
(b) Baton Rouge.
(c) Tallahassee.
(d) Memphis.

2. Which of the following descriptions was NOT used to describe the way Taylor exited the pile of men on top of Theismann?
(a) Pulling at his helmet.
(b) Crying.
(c) Crazy eyed.
(d) Screaming.

3. What does Michael Lewis claim is happening to the role of offensive linemen in American football?
(a) Their role is changing.
(b) Their role is exactly the same as its always been.
(c) Their role is becoming obselete.
(d) Their role is becoming more important than ever.

4. During a football game in his first season, what part of Michael's body is seriously injured?
(a) His hand.
(b) His neck.
(c) His foot.
(d) His stomach.

5. When Michael is running away from the game, during which he had been teased, which of the following is NOT true?
(a) It takes an entire team of footballers to slow Michael down.
(b) No one understands why he is running away from the victory.
(c) He barrels through the opposing team's bench.
(d) He runs past the sidelines, toward a chain linked fence.

Short Answer Questions

1. What position does Theismann play for his team?

2. What physical characteristic best describes Michael's attitude during his meeting with Lemming?

3. Why does Steve Simpson refuse to let Michael enroll in Briarcrest?

4. What football team does Joe Theismann play for?

5. What is Lemming most impressed by in Michael?

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