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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14 - "Fortune - Where is the Man Who Survives Without...".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of adverse weather is Gann's flying route used to experiencing?
(a) Sudden, heavy thunderstorms.
(b) Large, golf ball-sized hail.
(c) Low lying snowfall.
(d) Deep, dense fog.

2. Which word best describes the flight from Goose Bay to Greenland?
(a) Nerve-racking.
(b) Fun.
(c) Short.
(d) Calm.

3. While at Goose Bay, what locations does Gann realize will offer excellent staging areas during the war?
(a) South Pacific.
(b) Russian.
(c) Southwestern.
(d) Northeastern.

4. What type of pilot is Ross considered by other pilots and Gann?
(a) Devilishly handsome.
(b) The worst pilot on his route.
(c) The best pilot on his route.
(d) A pushover pilot.

5. How does Gann describe the view as they approach their destination in Greenland?
(a) Shining city lights.
(b) Flat marshlands.
(c) Coastal cliffs and craggy fjords.
(d) Smooth white beaches.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following topics does Gann not ponder while flying from Goose Bay to Greenland?

2. What does Ross do as Gann repeatedly makes the same mistakes?

3. What does Gann note "saved the day" when his Douglas C-54 has technical issues, causing a potentially life threatening situation?

4. Which of the following tricks does Ross teach Gann for flying in severe weather?

5. How long is the trip from Goose Bay to Greenland estimated to be for Gann and his crew?

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