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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. What is most surprising to opposing teams when they play against Lawrence Taylor?

2. How does Michael react to his injury on the field?

3. At the end of the football season, what championship game is Briarcrest playing in?

4. Which of the following sports does Michael NOT play for Briarcrest?

5. Which of the following subjects is Michael given a verbal exam in?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do the Briarcrest coaches decide to weigh Michael, and what do they find?

2. What happened during the famous game of 1985, when the Giants played the Redskins?

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

4. What is Lawrence Taylor famous for?

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

6. What happens when Michael is put in as a defensive tackle on his first game?

7. How did Bill Walsh's theories of offense change the way college football was played?

8. What do the coaches realize about Michael when they take him to the hospital?

9. Where has Michael learned all the football skills he exhibits on the field?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Joe Lemming was instrumental in getting Michael involved in the college football league. First, explain what role Joe Lemming plays in the football world. Then, explain how he helped propel Michael into football super-stardom, citing at least two examples of their meetings.

Essay Topic 2

When Michael wanted to play sports at Briarcrest school, he first had to get his grades up, which was no easy feat. First, explain how Michael managed to raise his grades from failing to passing. Then, explain what tutor Jennifer Graves learned about Michael's learning style within the first few weeks of class.

Essay Topic 3

Michael Oher has had an extremely rough childhood. First, explain Michael's history within his own family and then in the various families he had within the foster care system. Then, explain whether or not you believe Michael overcame his childhood.

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