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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What positions on a football team protect the quarterback from attacking defense?

2. Which of the following teams does Phil Fulmer coach for?

3. What does Michael Lewis claim is happening to the role of offensive linemen in American football?

4. What sport does this biography open discussing?

5. During a football game in his first season, what part of Michael's body is seriously injured?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Steve Simpson react to the petition to admit Michael into Briarcrest?

2. How does the biography open, and what is the significance of this opening?

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

4. Who is Sean Tuohy, and how did he impact Michael's education at Briarcrest?

5. How did Bill Walsh's theories of offense change the way college football was played?

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

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

8. How does Lemming determine the All American Football team each year?

9. How does Lemming first hear about Michael Oher?

10. What does the reader learn about Michael's personal history when he arrives at Briarcrest?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The title of this biography is "The Blind Side." First, explain what a blindside is in football terms. Then, explain whether or not you think this is an appropriate title for the biography. Use at least two scenes from the biography to support your argument.

Essay Topic 2

Michael Oher's story is true story and one that had a large impact on the city of Memphis. First, explain how Michael's story affected the poor black children of Memphis, Tennessee. Then, describe the charity that was founded after Michael moved to Ole Miss and how that charity is affecting the lives of students still to this day.

Essay Topic 3

Michael was very involved in the scouting process and came to the schools with his own demands he wanted met. First, describe each of the three schools Michael narrowed down as being his top favorites. Then, explain what Michael demanded from each school if he was going to attend and play football for them.

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