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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, "In Single Combat".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the pilots report to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base?
(a) For launch preparation.
(b) For medical testing.
(c) For psychological and stress testing.
(d) For flight protocol training.

2. What is the one sound that test pilots' wives are most afraid of?
(a) The sound of a plane's engine.
(b) The telephone.
(c) The door bell.
(d) The church bells.

3. What feature makes Pete Conrad different from a lot of other pilots?
(a) He is older than average.
(b) He speaks both English and Spanish.
(c) He is taller than average.
(d) He can't stand being trifled with.

4. Complete this flying theorem: "There are no accidents and no fatal flaws in the machines..."
(a) there are, however, dumb mistakes.
(b) just untimely tragedies.
(c) there are only pilots with the wrong stuff.
(d) if you follow the manuals, you will be fine.

5. What is Gus Grissom awarded for his actions during combat in Korea?
(a) The Superior Aviator Award.
(b) The Distinguished Flying Cross.
(c) The Ace Award.
(d) The Purple Heart.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the volunteers report to Lovelace?

2. What are the pilots known by at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base?

3. When Chuck Yeager is interviewed by reporters in Phoenix, what do the reporters want to know about?

4. What is the subject of the first press conference question?

5. Why are the wives calling each other at the beginning of the story?

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