The Right Stuff Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

Mid-Book Test (up to Chapter 8, "The Thrones")

This test consists of 15 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. What problem does the Army have with Yeager piloting the X-1?
a) They can't convince him the sound barrier is real.
b) They can't stop him from drinking.
c) They can't keep his wife away from the base.
d) They can't hold him back.

2. Who does NASA hire to be the astronauts' press representative?
a) Leo DeOrsey.
b) Betty Grissom.
c) Alfred Godfrey.
d) John Mortey.

3. Which of the astronauts commands the least star power?
a) Alan Shepard.
b) Scott Carpenter.
c) Deke Slayton.
d) John Glenn.

4. While NASA is introducing and promoting Project Mercury, what is the Air Force trying to promote?
a) Their new recruiting practices.
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