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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Wooden want his players' feet to be tough?
(a) So they can handle stopping, starting, and pivoting.
(b) So they can handle running drills.
(c) So they can play barefoot in the warmer months.
(d) So they can outrun the other teams.

2. How does Wooden handle his players when they've done something well or correctly?
(a) He tells their parents.
(b) He has the team applaud for them.
(c) He praises them.
(d) He says nothing.

3. What is one element of Wooden's definition of success?
(a) Good looks.
(b) Arrogance.
(c) Peace of mind.
(d) Good grades.

4. What does Wooden ensure about every player's shoes?
(a) That they have a thick sole.
(b) That they are clean at all times.
(c) That they are the correct size.
(d) That they look uniform to everyone else's shoes.

5. The way Wooden treats his players is similar to the way a man treats his what?
(a) Family.
(b) Job.
(c) Himself.
(d) Pets.

6. In Wooden's opinion, "[b]eing aware of the things that will influence your situation" is described as what?
(a) Keenness.
(b) Cluelessness.
(c) Alertness.
(d) Manipulation.

7. What does Wooden believe is necessary to properly prepare for any task?
(a) A good role model.
(b) Understanding.
(c) Money.
(d) Patience.

8. What two things doesn't Wooden suggest a coach use to lead his team?
(a) Fun and laughter.
(b) Violence and anger.
(c) Fear and disgust.
(d) Drama and denial.

9. For Wooden (in terms of his success schematic), skill goes hand in hand with what?
(a) Team spirit.
(b) Good parents.
(c) A likable personality.
(d) Natural talent.

10. What two elements does Wooden say are the "mortar" keeping his physical representation of success together?
(a) Faith and talent.
(b) Patience and faith.
(c) Faith and charity.
(d) Hope and faith.

11. Why does Wooden want his players to have zero creases in their socks?
(a) So they don't get blisters.
(b) So they learn to listen to him.
(c) He doesn't give an explanation.
(d) So they look uniform on the court.

12. Wooden believes something is not worth working toward if you are not willing to be what to it?
(a) Loving.
(b) Greedy.
(c) Loyal.
(d) Persistent.

13. When Wooden retired, he told his team what?
(a) He was ashamed of them.
(b) He felt too tired to go on.
(c) He didn't want to be around them any more.
(d) It was time to move on with his life.

14. How does Wooden handle his players' weaknesses?
(a) He makes fun of them.
(b) He partners them with a stronger player.
(c) He helps them overcome them.
(d) He expects them to work on those weaknesses themselves.

15. Wooden feels that no matter what you're aiming to do, every person must be what?
(a) Talented.
(b) Conditioned.
(c) Strong.
(d) Happy.

Short Answer Questions

1. The three blocks placed between the first two in Wooden's diagram are: friendship, loyalty, and what?

2. How does Wooden feel punishment of players should be handled?

3. Wooden says when you take initiative, there are times when what may happen?

4. Wooden says "being fair" doesn't mean what?

5. Who does Wooden say once said that he, "Learned something from everyone he met"?

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