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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15 - "A Hole - So Small, but of Exquisite Design".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of aircraft does Gann think is a cantankerous and difficult machine?
(a) The 747.
(b) The DC-2.
(c) The BC-4.
(d) The DC-3.

2. With a fire in the plane, Gann knows he must try to land. What does he see that overjoys him as he tries to land?
(a) Another plane ushering him onto the runway.
(b) A clear view of the runway.
(c) The fire beginning to burn out.
(d) A small hole in the weather.

3. What plane is Ross considered the master of?
(a) The DC-2.
(b) The DC-3.
(c) The DC-4.
(d) The DC-5.

4. Which part of Gann's plane has troubles on his flight from Belem, South America?
(a) The landing gear.
(b) The cabin door.
(c) The left wing.
(d) The engine's oil line.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How many days of searching have passed before O'Connor is located?

2. In Agra, Gann's plane was so overloaded, he almost what?

3. How long is the trip from Goose Bay to Greenland estimated to be for Gann and his crew?

4. What is the name of the pilot that Gann meets toward the end of the novel who holds seniority number 1?

5. When Gann corrects the plane's altitude, what happens?

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