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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11 - "The Numbers - In a Wicked, Vengeful Mood".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 11, Gann notes that he, as most pilots, flies between Goose Bay and which other stop?
(a) Dublin.
(b) Nova Scotia.
(c) London, England.
(d) Prestwick, Scotland.

2. What does Gann spend his time as a pilot doing?
(a) He spends time greeting passengers and being friendly.
(b) He spends time getting to know the crew.
(c) He spends as much time as possible working on his landing.
(d) He spends time alone, interacting with no one.

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

4. What types of trips will Gann be flying while at Newark?
(a) Trips bombing enemy territory.
(b) Trips carrying passengers and mail.
(c) Trips carrying weapons and arms.
(d) Trips carrying foreign dignitaries.

5. What causes O'Connor's flight to be lost in Chapter 11?
(a) The flight is lost due to poor weather and ice.
(b) An enemy plane has shot down the flight.
(c) O'Connor fell asleep while flying, and the flight was lost.
(d) Poor navigational tools caused the flight to be lost.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many round trips per week will Gann be required to do at Newark?

2. What area is Gann assigned to upon graduation?

3. While Gann is recovering from his illness, what are other pilots receiving?

4. What was Gann's seniority number when he completed flight school?

5. What plane is Ross considered the master of?

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