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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. How did Sean Tuohy hear about Michael?

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

3. What information about Michael did Lemming collect prior to their meeting?

4. Which of the following coaches does Coach Freeze model his strategies after?

5. Which of the following people's presence in the hospital room elicits the strongest reaction from Michael?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What offensive theory did NFL coach Bill Walsh develop in the 1970's?

3. How did coach Bill Parcells help to make Lawrence Taylor a success on the field?

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

5. What sports is Michael allowed to play at Briarcrest when he is first enrolled?

6. What is Lawrence Taylor famous for?

7. How does Lewis claim the game of football has changed over the past 40 years?

8. What physical attributes are most coveted in a left tackle?

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

10. What happens when Michael injures his hand during a football tackle?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Michael was playing for Briarcrest, scouts from all over the country came to see him play. First, create a list of at least five schools that came scouting for Michael. Then, explain some of the various tactics they used hoping to lure Michael to their schools.

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

Dee Dee, Michael's mother had a rough childhood herself. First, describe at least two major events of Dee Dee's childhood that shaped her personality and outlook on the world. Then, explain how Dee Dee's drug addiction affected the lives her own children.

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