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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 - "Heat - In Most Men There Lurks a Lesser Man, and His Presence Smells in the Sun".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which ocean does the crew fly over on their way to drop their cargo in Greenland?
(a) Indian Ocean.
(b) Pacific Ocean.
(c) Atlantic Ocean.
(d) Arctic Ocean.

2. What is one thing that the seniority number determines?
(a) They are only referred to by their number.
(b) They gain tenure by their seniority number.
(c) Their numbers determine what times they fly.
(d) Their number assigns them to certain routes.

3. How does Gann describe Ross' demeanor?
(a) He is clumsy and rude.
(b) He walks with grace and is likeable.
(c) He is rather unfriendly and arrogant.
(d) He is nervous but entertaining.

4. What type of shoes does Ross wear?
(a) Tennis shoes.
(b) Loafers.
(c) Expensive black ankle boots.
(d) Brown flying boots.

5. How long does it take for the men of O'Connor's lost flight to be rescued?
(a) Twelve days.
(b) Five days.
(c) One week.
(d) Three weeks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is McCabe assessing during the demonstration flight?

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

3. How does the author describe South America's aviation facilities?

4. Where did Ross grow up as a child?

5. What piloting tasks does Ross trust his co-pilots with that most other pilots do not?

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