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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Lindbergh feel about his nickname?
(a) He hid behind it.
(b) He resisted it.
(c) He adopted it himself.
(d) He hated it.

2. Who was Harry Knight?
(a) Lindbergh's business partner.
(b) The money behind Lindbergh's attempt at the Orteig prize.
(c) Lindbergh's mechanic.
(d) Lindbergh's instructor.

3. How successful was Lindbergh in his own barnstorming career?
(a) His skills attracted the notice of corporate sponsors.
(b) He did not make money, but he learned a lot.
(c) He made a fortune.
(d) He would have been forgotten except for his dangerous stunts.

4. What did Charles Lindbergh prefer to do during college?
(a) Build airplanes.
(b) Race motorcycles.
(c) Study engineering.
(d) Help his father with politics.

5. Why did Lindbergh leave from this airport?
(a) It was furthest east.
(b) It had a long runway.
(c) It was paved.
(d) It would help protect him from publicity.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where was C.A. Lindbergh's mother's house?

3. Who were Lindbergh's competitors funded by?

4. Where did Lindbergh want to put the fuel tank?

5. Who interested Charles Lindbergh in flying?

(see the answer key)

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