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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. When coaches come to visit with Michael, what word do they frequently use to describe him during their meetings?

2. How much does Michael's tutor from Ole Miss charge him to help keep his grades up?

3. In what year does the professional football market rules change?

4. To which of the following drugs is Dee Dee addicted?

5. Who is the only person Michael discusses his college selection process with?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was Michael's sentence after injuring the young boy in his fight with Antonio?

2. How did Dee Dee meet Michael's father, Michael Williams?

3. How does Michael respond to Joyce Thompson's questions while she is interviewing him?

4. What does Michael learn about Ole Miss' history and their treatment of African-American students?

5. What lengths do college coaches go to in the hopes of wooing Michael Oher to their schools?

6. Why does Michael believe Dee Dee was a good mother?

7. Who is Joyce Thomson, and why does she show up on the Tuohy's doorstep?

8. How did left tackle Chris Doleman get into the head of Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana?

9. How does Michael's mother, Dee Dee, react to the news that Michael is going to graduate from high school?

10. What was life like for Michael when he was living in a foster home?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Tuohy family had a huge impact on Michael's life while he was in school. First, explain how the Tuohy family was introduced to Michael Oher. Then, explain how the family affected Michael's life and success before he ever moved in with them.

Essay Topic 2

When Michael chose to attend Ole Miss University, there was an uproar from the NCAA. First, explain why the other universities associated with the NCAA were disgruntled about Michael's college selection. Then, explain why an investigator from the NCAA showed up at the Tuohy's door and what she wanted to know.

Essay Topic 3

The success of left tackles in the NFL had a major impact on the way professional players were paid. First, explain how the role of the left tackle in NFL games changed over the past 40 years. Then, explain how these changes in NFL policy were reflected in the paychecks of the professional players.

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