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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 - "Heat - In Most Men There Lurks a Lesser Man, and His Presence Smells in the Sun".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Gann describe Ross' demeanor?
(a) He walks with grace and is likeable.
(b) He is nervous but entertaining.
(c) He is rather unfriendly and arrogant.
(d) He is clumsy and rude.

2. How does Gann feel about trying to find a strange airport in Iceland?
(a) Upbeat.
(b) Angry.
(c) Tense.
(d) Prepared.

3. Which two pilots does Gann mention in chapter 7 have recently died in a crash?
(a) Cooper and Owens.
(b) Cooper and Jackson.
(c) Harold and Boone.
(d) Charles and Dixon.

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

5. In Agra, Gann's plane was so overloaded, he almost what?
(a) Had to land in the Indian Ocean.
(b) Dump his cargo in an empty field.
(c) Crashed into the Taj Mahal.
(d) Eject from the plane.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Gann decide against requesting a transfer away from Ross?

2. What new navigation trick is used to help keep planes on route to O'Connor's position?

3. Where does Gann mention the technician looks for the missing item when they are in Wilkes-Barre?

4. As more experienced pilots move into Gann's route, what happens to Gann?

5. Midway through the novel, which dangerous disease does Gann become stricken with?

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