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

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

3. When Ernest flew for the start-up company, between which two places did he fly mainly?
(a) Florida and Canada.
(b) Mexico and New York.
(c) Colorado and Havana.
(d) California and Hawaii.

4. What plane does Gann find abandoned on his first shuttle flight to South America?
(a) A Runners 42.
(b) A Junkers 86.
(c) A Shooters 56.
(d) A Kickers 97.

5. What type of special school does McIntosh invite Gann to attend?
(a) A school for celestial navigation.
(b) A school for paratroop pilots.
(c) Top Gun academy.
(d) A school for top secret fighter missions.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which best describes Hughen?

2. In chapter 5, the author refers to the opening of a new airport. What is the name of that airport?

3. To what island in Maine is Gann offered a position flying a cargo plane?

4. What kind of airplanes does the U.S. promise to bring to South America for no extra costs?

5. Who is Robbins?

Short Essay Questions

1. Briefly describe Lester and his teaching style.

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

3. What does the flight school aim to teach its students?

4. Over time, how does Ross begin to treat Gann?

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

6. Who is Ernest Gann?

7. What has caused Gann's oil line to erupt on his flight from Belem?

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

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

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

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