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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4 "A Captain - At Work".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Over the next few months that they are flying together, what happens to Ross' attitude towards Gann?
(a) Ross refuses to fly with Gann.
(b) He becomes more demanding of Gann.
(c) Ross becomes jealous of Gann's skills.
(d) He and Gann become best friends.

2. Which of the following tricks does Ross teach Gann for flying in severe weather?
(a) Night vision.
(b) Positioning the seat for maximum visibility.
(c) Flying high and above the weather.
(d) Flying low and close to the ground.

3. Why did Ernest retire from flying?
(a) To spend more time with his family.
(b) Just because.
(c) To avoid death.
(d) To pursue his true passion, writing.

4. How far off altitude was Gann's plane?
(a) 70'.
(b) 60'.
(c) 45'.
(d) 50'.

5. What does Ross do as Gann repeatedly makes the same mistakes?
(a) Verbally insults him.
(b) Nothing.
(c) Encourages him.
(d) Kicks him out of the cockpit.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of pilot is Ross considered by other pilots and Gann?

2. How many men did Gann attend flight school with?

3. What type of adverse weather is Gann's flying route used to experiencing?

4. Why does Gann ask Robbins about Ross?

5. Trying to show his technical ability to Ross, what does Gann try to do immediately upon Ross' signal?

(see the answer key)

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