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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14 - "Fortune - Where is the Man Who Survives Without...".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which ocean does the crew fly over on their way to drop their cargo in Greenland?
(a) Pacific Ocean.
(b) Arctic Ocean.
(c) Indian Ocean.
(d) Atlantic Ocean.

2. While at Goose Bay, what locations does Gann realize will offer excellent staging areas during the war?
(a) Northeastern.
(b) South Pacific.
(c) Southwestern.
(d) Russian.

3. Why does Gann decide against requesting a transfer away from Ross?
(a) Because there is no one else to transfer to.
(b) Because flying with Ross is an honor.
(c) Because Ross will retire soon, and Gann will be the pilot.
(d) Because he and Ross work well together.

4. What type of pilot is Ross considered by other pilots and Gann?
(a) The best pilot on his route.
(b) The worst pilot on his route.
(c) A pushover pilot.
(d) Devilishly handsome.

5. What does Gann note "saved the day" when his Douglas C-54 has technical issues, causing a potentially life threatening situation?
(a) His proximity to the runway.
(b) The plane's wingspan.
(c) The engineers' skills.
(d) His flying ability.

Short Answer Questions

1. Finish the sentence: Goose Bay initially features...

2. How does Gann view Ross' Zen-like techniques?

3. Towards the end of the novel, Gann notes that he is transferred back to Natal and has managed to log how much flying time?

4. Which of the following topics does Gann not ponder while flying from Goose Bay to Greenland?

5. Which of the following tricks does Ross teach Gann for flying in severe weather?

(see the answer key)

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