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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. In Chapter 24, what does Tails say always runs out first at his supermarket during a crisis?

2. How old are some guys who get on the train that Maya identifies as hockey players in Chapter 29?

3. In Chapter 36, what does Peter bake when he gets up?

4. How many NHL games did Peter play before he injured his foot and could not play again?

5. How does Tails car get damaged in Chapter 44?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Maya leave Beartown and where did she go?

2. How did Lev interfere with Amat's chances to be drafted by the NHL?

3. How does Bobo take away Amat's chance to play hockey in Chapter 37?

4. Who is Fatima?

5. Why does Tails drive Mumble home to Hed?

6. In Chapter 27, who is the man who sits next to Maya on the train?

7. What is the "Fund" at the Bearskin Pub?

8. How did Matteo's sister get away from home?

9. Why does Peter call Teemu after Lev contacts him in Chapter 36?

10. How did Maya and Ana become friends?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

An aphorism is a statement that expresses a truth or an opinion in a succinct manner. Why are aphorisms commonly used in hockey? How do the aphorisms help express ideas and concepts to players?

Essay Topic 2

Ramona has been like a mother to Teemu. How would you describe the relationship between Teemu and Ramona and why it has been important to him?

Essay Topic 3

Foreshadowing is a method authors use to hint at events to come in a novel. How does Backman use foreshadowing in The Winners? Does the use of foreshadowing create suspense?

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