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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11 - "The Numbers - In a Wicked, Vengeful Mood".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Gann react when he finds that O'Connor has snatched the C-87 that Gann and his crew were supposed to fly on their route to Greenland, sticking them instead with the older C-47?
(a) He laughs at the good joke O'Connor has played on him.
(b) He is fine because O'Connor has seniority.
(c) He thinks nothing of it.
(d) He writes a sarcastic note to O'Connor.

2. How many men does Gann note it takes to fly the C-87?
(a) 4.
(b) 5.
(c) 6.
(d) 3.

3. What does Gann spend his time as a pilot doing?
(a) He spends time greeting passengers and being friendly.
(b) He spends time alone, interacting with no one.
(c) He spends as much time as possible working on his landing.
(d) He spends time getting to know the crew.

4. In chapter 6, what does the reader learn about the need for pilots on Gann's route?
(a) His route needs pilots.
(b) His route is fine with pilots.
(c) His route has a surplus of pilots.
(d) His route needs more co-pilots.

5. The C-87 is a new plane used mainly for what purpose?
(a) Cross-Atlantic airlifts.
(b) Icy flights.
(c) North American flights.
(d) Shorter hauls.

Short Answer Questions

1. What plane is Ross considered the master of?

2. How does Gann describe Ross' demeanor?

3. In chapter 8, which friend of Gann's joins the route AM-21 as a pilot?

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

5. What happens to the airline industry due to the wartime economy?

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