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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the reaction to Lindbergh's transatlantic flight?
(a) He became a pariah.
(b) He became a controversial figure.
(c) He became a hermit.
(d) He became a celebrity.

2. How far was the first powered flight?
(a) 12 miles.
(b) 120 miles.
(c) 1,200 yards.
(d) 120 feet.

3. How long did it take for Lindbergh to lose sight of the coast of the U.S.?
(a) One hour.
(b) Six hours.
(c) Five hours.
(d) Three hours.

4. What will sleep mean for Lindbergh while he is flying?
(a) Rejuvenation.
(b) Rest.
(c) Peace.
(d) Death.

5. Why did Lindbergh nearly die from his stunt?
(a) His plane nearly hit a building.
(b) He stepped through the wing, and almost fell.
(c) The plane he was walking over to nearly hit him.
(d) His second parachute opened late.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was it about Lindbergh's flight that captivated the public, according to Denenberg?

2. What did Charles Lindbergh do while he was an air mail pilot?

3. What did the media call the Lindberghs' estate in Hopewell?

4. How much did it cost to built The Spirit of St. Louis?

5. What had the kidnapper used to get into the house?

(see the answer key)

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