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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. During what year of his schooling does Michael begin playing football for Briarcrest?

2. Which of the following Tuohy family members is considered the most well-connected and can get Michael anything he's ever wanted?

3. What sport does this biography open discussing?

4. What is most surprising to opposing teams when they play against Lawrence Taylor?

5. What position did Coach Long play in during his time with the NFL?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

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

5. How does Michael learn the new plays Coach Freeze comes up with during the game?

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

7. What happens when Coach Freeze calls for a new play during the State Championship game?

8. What is Lawrence Taylor famous for?

9. Why does Lemming believe Michael will receive extra attention from scouting NFL teams?

10. What happened during the famous game of 1985, when the Giants played the Redskins?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Michael is attending Ole Miss, he gets into a violent fight with his friend, Antonio. First, explain what prompted the fight between these two friends. Then, describe the after effects of this fight on Michael's life and his career in the football world.

Essay Topic 2

When Michael enters the football world, he becomes an almost instant celebrity. First, explain why Michael was so desirable to the football world. Then, explain how celebrity affected Michael and his relationships. Finally, explain how some advice from Coach O helped Michael understand his place within society and as a role model.

Essay Topic 3

Once Sean Tuohy meets Michael, he does everything he can to help the boy succeed. First, explain how Sean Tuohy helps Michael excel at school. Then, explain how Sean helps Michael excel at football. Finally, explain how Sean helps Michael out of a criminal situation.

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