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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. What happens to the airline industry due to the wartime economy?
(a) The airline industry declines.
(b) The airline industry remains static.
(c) The airline industry grows.
(d) The airline industry outsources work.

2. As more experienced pilots move into Gann's route, what happens to Gann?
(a) He is paired with an experienced co-pilot.
(b) He is fired.
(c) He is demoted back to co-pilot.
(d) He is given a promotion to captain.

3. Ross begins using Zen-like techniques with Gann to do what?
(a) To practice his hypnotism.
(b) To make Gann choke under pressure.
(c) To develop Gann's confidence.
(d) To help Gann sleep.

4. Which of the following is not a characteristic of the new C-87 as compared to the C-47?
(a) An increased cruising range.
(b) A greater cargo capacity.
(c) Better fuel capacity.
(d) Two engines.

5. What modified and militarized plane is Gann flying when he makes his cargo flights?
(a) A G-42.
(b) A C-67.
(c) A C-47.
(d) A D-47.

Short Answer Questions

1. Emotionally, how does Gann feel about finally being promoted to pilot?

2. In Chapter 8, Gann is assigned a new flight crew on his cargo plane; which of the following men is not a member of Gann's new crew?

3. How does Gann react when he finds that O'Connor has snatched the C-87 that Gann and his crew were supposed to fly on their route to Greenland, sticking them instead with the older C-47?

4. What type of shoes does Ross wear?

5. In Chapter 11, Gann notes that he, as most pilots, flies between Goose Bay and which other stop?

(see the answer key)

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