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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. What was Gann's seniority number when he completed flight school?
(a) 245.
(b) 123.
(c) 347.
(d) 267.

2. Ross begins using Zen-like techniques with Gann to do what?
(a) To help Gann sleep.
(b) To practice his hypnotism.
(c) To make Gann choke under pressure.
(d) To develop Gann's confidence.

3. When the missing item cannot be located in Wilkes-Barre, what happens to the flight?
(a) The flight is delayed.
(b) The rest of the flights are cancelled.
(c) The flight is redirected to another route.
(d) Nothing, everything is fine and on time.

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

5. Which numbers are more senior to Gann's?
(a) Any number that ends in an even number.
(b) Any number that ends in an odd number.
(c) Any number that is lower than his.
(d) Any number that is higher than his.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Gann describe Ross' demeanor?

3. How long is the trip from Goose Bay to Greenland estimated to be for Gann and his crew?

4. What does Keim expect from his new co-pilot?

5. What type of adverse weather is Gann's flying route used to experiencing?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Gann view the other pilots and their modesty about their flying abilities?

2. Why does Gann see Goose Bay, and other Northeastern locations, as important to the U.S military?

3. Trying to redeem himself for his landing in Syracuse, how does Gann handle his job raising the landing gear from Ross during the next takeoff?

4. Gann is stationed in Maine as a civilian pilot. What does he do as a civilian pilot while stationed there?

5. Briefly describe McIntosh and his teaching style.

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

7. How is Ross viewed as a pilot by others on the route?

8. Why does Gann appreciate his shorter AM-21 route?

9. What are some tricks that Gann learns from Ross?

10. Who is Ernest Gann?

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