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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8 "Rule Books Are Paper - They Will Not Cushion a Sudden Meeting of Stone and Metal".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does McCabe reassign Gann?
(a) Because he thinks Gann can help another pilot .
(b) Because he is jealous of Gann's skills.
(c) Because he did not have a good demonstration flight.
(d) Because he already has a co-pilot.

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

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

4. Upon leaving Wilkes-Barre, Ross allows Gann to fly to the next location. What is that location?
(a) New York City.
(b) Buffalo.
(c) Syracuse.
(d) Albany.

5. What is the main load on the cargo planes that Gann pilots for the military when he first begins flying on their behalf?
(a) Clothing.
(b) Passengers on commercial flights.
(c) Canned food.
(d) Equipment for the U.S. Armed Forces.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Gann ask Robbins about Ross?

2. How does Gann describe Ross' physical appearance?

3. As more experienced pilots move into Gann's route, what happens to Gann?

4. What does Keim expect from his new co-pilot?

5. What type of pilot was Lester in his flying days?

(see the answer key)

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