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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Boring, Boring Arsenal, Arsenal v. Newcastle, 27.12.69; Pele, Brazil v. Chechoslovakia, June 1970; Thumped, Arsenal v. Derby, 31.10.70; and Can You See Me on the Box? Southampton v. Arsenal, 10.4.71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Nick think he knows more than?
(a) His father.
(b) The football manager.
(c) The scout leader.
(d) His mother.

2. What does Hornby say helps him to fit in at school?
(a) His love of football.
(b) His love of music.
(c) His sense of humor.
(d) His footballing abilities.

3. What are Nick and his girlfriend drinking as they lie in bed?
(a) Water.
(b) Beer.
(c) Coffee.
(d) Tea.

4. What do two boys steal from Nick when he leaves a game early?
(a) A t-shirt.
(b) A sweat band.
(c) A hat.
(d) A scarf.

5. Who is regarded as the greatest player in the world in 1970?
(a) Pele.
(b) George Best.
(c) Bobby Charlton.
(d) Socrates.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who told Nick Arsenal would beat Swindon?

2. Where does Nick get teased when Arsenal loses?

3. What does Nick say are not funny?

4. What does Hornby often daydream about?

5. Why does Nick miss the opening game of the season?

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