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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. What type of adverse weather is Gann's flying route used to experiencing?
(a) Sudden, heavy thunderstorms.
(b) Low lying snowfall.
(c) Large, golf ball-sized hail.
(d) Deep, dense fog.

2. 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 needs more co-pilots.
(c) His route has a surplus of pilots.
(d) His route is fine with pilots.

3. In chapter 8, which friend of Gann's joins the route AM-21 as a pilot?
(a) McIntosh.
(b) Mood.
(c) Dexter.
(d) Cooper.

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

5. How does Gann view Ross' Zen-like techniques?
(a) He does not even notice they are happening.
(b) He thinks that they are quite fun.
(c) He finds them obnoxious.
(d) He enjoys these new techniques.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 11, Gann notes that he, as most pilots, flies between Goose Bay and which other stop?

2. What is McCabe assessing during the demonstration flight?

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

4. Over the next few months that they are flying together, what happens to Ross' attitude towards Gann?

5. What type of special school does McIntosh invite Gann to attend?

(see the answer key)

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