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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Inventing Michael.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to the salaries of quarterbacks after Walsh introduced his theory of offense?
(a) Quarterback salaries remain the same.
(b) Quarterback salaries fluctuate.
(c) Quarterback salaries rise.
(d) Quarterback salaries shrink.

2. Which of the following people's presence in the hospital room elicits the strongest reaction from Michael?
(a) Mr. Tuohy.
(b) His mother.
(c) The coach.
(d) The nurse.

3. Which of the following medical interventions is needed when Michael goes to the hospital?
(a) He needs a shot.
(b) He needs an x-ray.
(c) He needs a cast.
(d) He needs surgery.

4. Which of the following levels of football does Lemming specialize in?
(a) Professional.
(b) Pee Wee.
(c) High school.
(d) College.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does Michael receive outside support in dealing with his sudden success before he is thrust onto the football field?

2. How much is the Touhy family estate worth?

3. How does Michael respond when Coach Freeze calls for a play he has never practiced?

4. How long is the history of the game of football given by Michael Lewis?

5. Which of the following realizations does Michael's teacher make about him within the first weeks of school?

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