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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Lindbergh fly without, on his transatlantic flight?
(a) A log book.
(b) A fuel gauge.
(c) A rudder.
(d) A wristwatch.

2. Where did Lindbergh want to put the fuel tank?
(a) Behind the pilot.
(b) In the wing.
(c) Behind the engine.
(d) Beneath the pilot.

3. What was the Lindberghs' second child's name?
(a) Frederick.
(b) Aidan.
(c) John.
(d) Charles.

4. What was the Orteig prize for?
(a) A transcontinental flight.
(b) An outside loop.
(c) A flight to 40,000 feet.
(d) A transatlantic flight.

5. How much did it cost to built The Spirit of St. Louis?
(a) $6,000.
(b) $25,000.
(c) $1,500.
(d) $9,000.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was conventional wisdom for how to pursue the Orteig prize?

2. What kind of celebration was Lindbergh treated to in New York?

3. When did Lindbergh make his transatlantic flight?

4. Why did Lindbergh name his plane The Spirit of St. Louis?

5. Who was the controversy centered around?

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