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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was conventional wisdom for how to pursue the Orteig prize?

2. What does Lindbergh say he will do if this flight fails?

3. Why did police attend Lindbergh's departure for Europe?

4. What route did Lindbergh fly air mail for?

5. Why did C.A. Lindbergh change his name when he came to the U.S.?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Lindbergh's early education in aviation.

2. From what did Lindbergh leave for Paris, and when did he leave?

3. Why didn't Lindbergh like the press?

4. What was Lindbergh's competition like?

5. When was Lindbergh's first flight?

6. How did Lindbergh approach his landing place?

7. Describe the crowds that were present for Lindbergh's departure.

8. Describe Lindbergh's first plane.

9. Where did Lindbergh go after his arrival in Paris?

10. What caveat does Denenberg offer for the journal entries included in chapter 5?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What should Lindbergh be remembered for now? Using evidence from the book, and analysis of today's culture, describe the value of Lindbergh's legacy today.

Essay Topic 2

Write a character sketch of the author based on his style and content. What values does he hold dear? What are his hopes and fears? What kind of person do you think he is? Anchor your sketch in passages in the book.

Essay Topic 3

Write an evaluative review of "An American Hero". What is this book's place in culture? What are its uses? Who is its audience? What are its limitations?

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