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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. Which best describes Hughen?
(a) A novice pilot.
(b) A poorly trained pilot.
(c) A young man.
(d) A very experienced pilot.

2. What does Ross do as Gann repeatedly makes the same mistakes?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Kicks him out of the cockpit.
(c) Encourages him.
(d) Verbally insults him.

3. After a leave of absence, Gann flies route AM-21. What does he think of this route?
(a) He finds it stilting.
(b) He finds the route exciting.
(c) He likes the brevity of the route.
(d) He does not mind it either way.

4. 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) The fire beginning to burn out.
(b) A small hole in the weather.
(c) A clear view of the runway.
(d) Another plane ushering him onto the runway.

5. Why can't Lester fly anymore?
(a) He is not licensed anymore.
(b) The school does not like him to fly.
(c) He has several physical wounds.
(d) He is afraid of being in the air.

Short Answer Questions

1. Midway through the novel, which dangerous disease does Gann become stricken with?

2. After World War II, what happens to the airline industry?

3. Which direction does Gann follow the river while flying over the trackless jungles of South America?

4. The technical issues on the C-54 cause a fire in what part of Gann's plane?

5. In chapter 5, the author refers to the opening of a new airport. What is the name of that airport?

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