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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. On the one occasion, Gann flies with Hughen. What is their route?
(a) Charlotte to Albany.
(b) Nashville to Charlotte.
(c) New York to Philadelphia.
(d) New York to Nashville.

3. In Chapter 6, how long does Gann see himself holding his pilot position?
(a) He does not even think about it.
(b) He thinks he will be a pilot forever.
(c) He thinks it will not last long.
(d) He thinks it will be short because he will be promoted again.

4. What is one thing that the seniority number determines?
(a) Their numbers determine what times they fly.
(b) Their number assigns them to certain routes.
(c) They gain tenure by their seniority number.
(d) They are only referred to by their number.

5. Which direction does Gann follow the river while flying over the trackless jungles of South America?
(a) North.
(b) East.
(c) South.
(d) West.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What type of pilot was Ernest when he flew for the Air Transport Command?

3. What plane is Ross considered the master of?

4. Where did Ross grow up as a child?

5. What is the name of the base where Gann lands in Greenland?

Short Essay Questions

1. What role did Gann have during the wars?

2. What is one thing Gann likes about the occasional long route from Newark to Chicago?

3. How does weather affect Gann's route in AM-21 and his ability to land at his stops?

4. Briefly describe the near death situation Gann and his co-pilot Beattie faced as noted in the novel's prologue.

5. Briefly describe Lester and his teaching style.

6. How does Gann's crew recover their takeoff when the cargo that they are flying to Goose Bay causes the plane to nearly stall? What does Gann learn from this experience?

7. Describe the scene as Gann and his crew approach Greenland.

8. What type of special school is Gann invited to and what happens when he attends?

9. How does Gann spend his trans-Atlantic flight?

10. What are some responsibilities that Gann will be doing while flying at Newark?

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