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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the advantage of this placement for the fuel tank?
(a) It was closer to the center of gravity.
(b) It was closer to the center of lift.
(c) It removed the need for a fuel pump.
(d) It was safer for the pilot.

2. How long did Lindbergh sleep after landing?
(a) 14 hours.
(b) 6 hours.
(c) 2 hours.
(d) 10 hours.

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

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

5. Who interested Charles Lindbergh in flying?
(a) His father.
(b) His college friends.
(c) He had always been interested in flight.
(d) World War I aces.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did C.A. Lindbergh settle in the U.S.?

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

3. What goal did Lindbergh ask the manufacturers to aim for with The Spirit of St. Louis?

4. What was the public's reaction to Lindbergh's manner in front of cameras?

5. How did investigators finally find the kidnapper?

(see the answer key)

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