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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 & 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What signal did Coach Wooden give to Nellie before each high-school game?
(a) He blew her a kiss.
(b) He gave her the okay sign.
(c) He waved at her.
(d) He winked at her.

2. Wooden learned that students who do what, can get free tuition?
(a) Have at least a B average.
(b) Have parents who are alumni.
(c) Play on the basketball team.
(d) Make the dean's list.

3. What became known as Wooden's "good luck piece" during games at Purdue?
(a) A picture of Nellie in his pocket.
(b) Socks with green trim.
(c) A necklace from his mother.
(d) A key tied to his shoe.

4. How did Doug McIntosh feel when Coach Wooden pulled him from the championship game?
(a) He was angry because he didn't get to play.
(b) He was mad at his fellow teammates.
(c) He was depressed because his family came to watch him.
(d) He was happy because the team won.

5. Besides coaching at the high-school level, what class did Coach Wooden teach?
(a) Science.
(b) Geography.
(c) Math.
(d) English.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Wooden say that many coaches and players develop during their career?

2. What prevented Wooden from fulfilling his position in the South Pacific?

3. Wooden was told to report to the U.S.S. Franklin in the South Pacific to serve in what position?

4. Which player did Coach Wooden discover was lacking in confidence?

5. According to Coach Wooden, a true athlete should have what?

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