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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose idea is it to enroll Michael in a home study program to help with his grades?
(a) Big Tony's.
(b) Hugh Freeze's.
(c) Steve Simpson's.
(d) John Harrington's.

2. How does Michael respond to the tackle who is teasing him during the game?
(a) He punches him in the face.
(b) He spits at him.
(c) He ignores the teasing completely.
(d) He picks him up off the ground.

3. What sport does John Harrington coach at Briarcrest?
(a) Tennis.
(b) Basketball.
(c) Football.
(d) Baseball.

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

5. How is Walsh's theory of the "blindside" initially received by his peers?
(a) They are skeptical of his theory.
(b) They are confused by his theory.
(c) They are jealous of his theory.
(d) They are nervous about this theory.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following best describes the typical student at Briarcrest school?

2. How does Michael react when he is brought to the hospital regarding his injury?

3. Which of the following is NOT something Michael is offered by a football scout hoping to woo him?

4. What is the name of the tackle who should have protected Theismann from Taylor's terrible blow?

5. Which of the following players is Walsh most interested in protecting during a football game?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Lemming so well respected in the high school football circuit?

2. How did the world find out about Taylor's debilitating claustrophobia?

3. What realization does Jennifer Graves make about Michael's learning during his first week in her classroom?

4. What do the coaches realize about Michael when they take him to the hospital?

5. What does Coach Freeze value when he is planning new football plays for his team?

6. How were Bill Walsh's theories of offense accepted by the other coaches in his division?

7. Where has Michael learned all the football skills he exhibits on the field?

8. How did Michael react when an opposing player began teasing him on the football field?

9. What is Briarcrest?

10. What about the game against Munford infuriates Michael to the point that he loses his temper on the field?

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