1. When Jane Conrad realizes the cavalier manner in which the pilots discuss their killed comrades, what does she liken their discussion to?
(a) Sports.
(b) Politics.
(c) Debates.
(d) Lectures.

2. Who is in charge of testing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base?
(a) NASA engineers.
(b) The Secretary of the Navy.
(c) General Schwickenberg.
(d) Psychiatrists.

3. What is the most difficult routine in military flying?
(a) Formation flying.
(b) Carrier landings.
(c) All-weather flying.
(d) Instrument-only flying.

4. While most fighter pilots revel in driving fast sports cars, John Glenn does not. What car does he drive?
(a) A Civic.
(b) A Buick.
(c) A Peugeot.
(d) A Corvette.

5. In what year does the story begin?
(a) 1960.
(b) 1967.
(c) 1955.
(d) 1948.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the astronauts had separated from his wife, but reconciles with her after the psychological interviews at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base because he thinks it will improve his chances for astronaut selection?

2. Which astronaut is known as the Icy Commander?

3. Which of the astronauts' wives has been previously divorced--a matter of public record that is not reported in the Life article?

4. What is the top speed attained during the October 14th flight?

5. Where are the new astronauts stationed?

(see the answer key)

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