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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where was C.A. Lindbergh's mother's house?
(a) Washington D.C.
(b) Little Falls, Minnesota.
(c) Detroit.
(d) Little Falls, Colorado.

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

4. What does Lindbergh say about reporters in chapter 5?
(a) He expresses bewilderment about their desire to write lies.
(b) He expresses annoyance.
(c) He wishes they would take more care about facts.
(d) He thanks them for making him a celebrity.

5. How much did the Lindberghs give Graveyard John?
(a) $100,000.
(b) $150,000.
(c) $5,000.
(d) $70,000.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the estimate of the size of the crowd that saw Lindbergh land?

2. Why did Lindbergh nearly die from his stunt?

3. What was Schwarzkopf's background?

4. Who built The Spirit of St. Louis?

5. What did Lindbergh feel about his nickname?

(see the answer key)

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