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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15 - "A Hole - So Small, but of Exquisite Design".

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How many men did Gann attend flight school with?
(a) 234.
(b) 13.
(c) 45.
(d) 9.

3. Where is Gann when he first hears of the Japanese attacks on Pearl Harbor?
(a) San Juan.
(b) Santa Barbara.
(c) Managua.
(d) Panama.

4. What factor determines whether all the stops on the route are reached?
(a) The weather.
(b) The fuel meter.
(c) The importance of the airport.
(d) Gann's attitude.

5. Which of the following tricks does Ross teach Gann for flying in severe weather?
(a) Flying low and close to the ground.
(b) Positioning the seat for maximum visibility.
(c) Night vision.
(d) Flying high and above the weather.

Short Answer Questions

1. Due to having the visibility limitations on, what type of takeoff does Gann decide to do when leaving for Goose Bay?

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

3. Which one of the following stops was not on Gann's route to Chabua, Assam?

4. On Gann's flight with Hughen, the plane begins to ice up and quickly loses altitude and speed. What is Gann's reaction to this?

5. What types of trips will Gann be flying while at Newark?

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