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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18 - "Tragedy and Escape - There is a Degree of Mercy Beyond Which Any Man is Rude to Inquire".

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In which South American city are new planes to be delivered?
(a) Bogota.
(b) Brasilia.
(c) Lima.
(d) Rio de Janeiro.

3. What type of instructors are McIntosh and Lester?
(a) Driven and demanding.
(b) Free-spirited and easy.
(c) Easygoing but tough.
(d) Irresponsible and rude.

4. When Gann and his crew land in Greenland, what do they expect?
(a) Some food, rest, and a trip back to Goose Bay.
(b) A meeting with the captain.
(c) A thank-you dinner at the base.
(d) Their two-week break to start.

5. Upon arrival in Iceland, the British Air Force tells Gann what action saved his plane from being found by enemy fighters?
(a) Their covert radio signals.
(b) Their very low approach.
(c) Their silent landing.
(d) Their climb to 11,000 feet.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which word best describes the flight from Goose Bay to Greenland?

2. Which notable military leader does Gann have the honor of flying?

3. Initially, how does Gann view his new role flying on behalf of the military?

4. Heavy with fuel and equipment, what is the mph Gann's plane averages on the way to Greenland?

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

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