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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Lindbergh embark on in late summer 1927?
(a) A trip to China.
(b) A tour to promote aviation.
(c) A trip to South America.
(d) A new aviation company.

2. What happened to The Spirit of St. Louis after Lindbergh landed?
(a) Lindbergh wrecked it on landing.
(b) Souvenir-seekers tore it apart.
(c) It caught fire.
(d) Police impounded it.

3. Who else did reporters visit because of their interest in Lindbergh?
(a) His mother.
(b) His flying teachers.
(c) His children.
(d) His grandparents.

4. What goal did Lindbergh ask the manufacturers to aim for with The Spirit of St. Louis?
(a) As strong as possible.
(b) As fast as possible.
(c) As light as possible.
(d) As sleek as possible.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How successful was Lindbergh in his own barnstorming career?

2. Why did Lindbergh nearly die from his stunt?

3. What does Denenberg say Lindbergh received in the mail after returning to the U.S.?

4. What did Lindbergh fly without, on his transatlantic flight?

5. What was the advantage of this placement for the fuel tank?

(see the answer key)

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