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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 8, Gann is assigned a new flight crew on his cargo plane; which of the following men is not a member of Gann's new crew?
(a) Rogers.
(b) Johnson.
(c) Summers.
(d) Tetterton.

2. As more experienced pilots move into Gann's route, what happens to Gann?
(a) He is paired with an experienced co-pilot.
(b) He is given a promotion to captain.
(c) He is fired.
(d) He is demoted back to co-pilot.

3. Which one of the following symptoms of hypoxia does Gann remember on his flight over the Andes?
(a) Unconsciousness.
(b) Visual disturbances.
(c) Hightened sense of smell.
(d) Increased mental awareness.

4. When Gann discovers that his demonstration flight will be on a DC-2, how does he feel?
(a) He is dismayed.
(b) He is indifferent.
(c) He is excited.
(d) He is upset but pretends he is happy.

5. Heavy with fuel and equipment, what is the mph Gann's plane averages on the way to Greenland?
(a) 1,005 mph.
(b) 515 mph.
(c) 115 mph.
(d) 1,500 mph.

6. How far off altitude was Gann's plane?
(a) 50'.
(b) 70'.
(c) 45'.
(d) 60'.

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

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

9. What does Gann glean in his time spent co-piloting with an array of different pilots?
(a) He learns that it is not that hard to be a pilot.
(b) He discovers that he has learned nothing from his time with them.
(c) He realizes that he misses Ross.
(d) He learns tricks from all of them.

10. What type of aircraft does Gann enjoy flying because it is easy and new?
(a) The DC-3.
(b) The Tiger.
(c) The F27.
(d) The BC-4.

11. In chapter 8, which friend of Gann's joins the route AM-21 as a pilot?
(a) Dexter.
(b) Mood.
(c) McIntosh.
(d) Cooper.

12. What type of adverse weather is Gann's flying route used to experiencing?
(a) Large, golf ball-sized hail.
(b) Low lying snowfall.
(c) Sudden, heavy thunderstorms.
(d) Deep, dense fog.

13. Due to having the visibility limitations on, what type of takeoff does Gann decide to do when leaving for Goose Bay?
(a) A delayed takeoff.
(b) An instrument-only takeoff.
(c) A blind takeoff.
(d) A normal takeoff.

14. In Chapter 6, how long does Gann see himself holding his pilot position?
(a) He thinks it will not last long.
(b) He does not even think about it.
(c) He thinks it will be short because he will be promoted again.
(d) He thinks he will be a pilot forever.

15. How does the author describe Keim's physical appearance?
(a) He is short and weak.
(b) He is stocky and broad.
(c) He is lanky but strong.
(d) He is tall and slender.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In chapter 6, what does the reader learn about the need for pilots on Gann's route?

3. What does Gann say that he is stalked by?

4. How did Gann feel upon returning to his normal route after World War II?

5. What type of airplanes do most of the students already know how to pilot?

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