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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. In chapter 4, what do we learn has happened to Gann while flying with Ross?
(a) Gann feels ready to be a head pilot.
(b) Gann's flying abilities are miserable.
(c) Gann decides that he does not want to fly anymore and quits.
(d) Gann's flying abilities have vastly improved.

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

3. What piloting tasks does Ross trust his co-pilots with that most other pilots do not?
(a) None of the above.
(b) Landings and takeoffs.
(c) Delivering the mail at stops.
(d) Talking over the intercom.

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

5. Towards the end of the novel, Gann notes that he is transferred back to Natal and has managed to log how much flying time?
(a) 4,627 hours, 29 minutes.
(b) 5,972 hours, 40 minutes.
(c) 5,622 hours, 39 minutes.
(d) 2,598 hours, 38 minutes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ross begins using Zen-like techniques with Gann to do what?

2. How does Gann describe the weather at Goose Bay?

3. Which word best describes the flight from Goose Bay to Greenland?

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

5. What plane is Ross considered the master of?

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