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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 "Of Numbers - and Their Power to Reduce the Presumptuous Quickly".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter 4, what do we learn has happened to Gann while flying with Ross?
(a) Gann decides that he does not want to fly anymore and quits.
(b) Gann's flying abilities have vastly improved.
(c) Gann feels ready to be a head pilot.
(d) Gann's flying abilities are miserable.

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

3. What type of pilot was Ernest when he flew for the Air Transport Command?
(a) An air raid pilot.
(b) A fighter pilot.
(c) A civil pilot.
(d) A special forces pilot.

4. In chapter 6, how many pilots and co-pilots does Gann mention are killed in crashes?
(a) 2 pilots and 2 co-pilots.
(b) 1 pilot and 2 co-pilots.
(c) 2 pilots and 3 co-pilots.
(d) 1 pilot and 1 co-pilot.

5. On the one occasion, Gann flies with Hughen. What is their route?
(a) New York to Philadelphia.
(b) New York to Nashville.
(c) Charlotte to Albany.
(d) Nashville to Charlotte.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where does Gann mention the technician looks for the missing item when they are in Wilkes-Barre?

3. Gann spent some time between wars flying overseas; where did he fly?

4. What type of aircraft does Gann think is a cantankerous and difficult machine?

5. What area is Gann assigned to upon graduation?

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