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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4: The Elements.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Antoine say he sounds like when describing his experience with a natural disaster?
(a) A scientist.
(b) A little boy.
(c) An old man.
(d) An omniscient being.

2. According to Antoine, what is the key to a good plane design?
(a) Simplicity.
(b) Accessories.
(c) Aerodynamics.
(d) Quality components.

3. What did Antoine imagine lightning to be during his journey?
(a) Dragons.
(b) Stories to tell in the future.
(c) Guiding marks.
(d) Obstacles.

4. What did Mermoz do when his plane wouldn't start while stranded on a cliff?
(a) Used coconut milk as fuel.
(b) Pushed the plane off the edge and started the engine.
(c) Fixed the engine with some tweezers and a plastic wrapper.
(d) Made a large fire to send a signal.

5. What word does Antoine use repeatedly to describe a well-designed plane?
(a) Smart.
(b) Awesome.
(c) Essential.
(d) Royal.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was with Mermoz when he was stranded on the cliff?

2. To what kind of people does Antoine compare engineers?

3. Where did Antoine land after the natural disaster?

4. What color was the sky on the day that Antoine saw the natural disaster?

5. What were Antoine's worst moments while he was experiencing the natural disaster?

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