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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What problem does the Army have with Yeager piloting the X-1?
(a) They can't keep his wife away from the base.
(b) They can't convince him the sound barrier is real.
(c) They can't hold him back.
(d) They can't stop him from drinking.

2. Why do the astronauts move to Houston?
(a) Cape Canaveral is no longer big enough for their program.
(b) NASA is building a Manned Spacecraft Center.
(c) Houston provides better launch windows.
(d) Houston has better weather.

3. How does Slayton refer to NASA's decision in statements to the press?
(a) As an operational decision.
(b) As the right thing to do.
(c) As a huge mistake.
(d) As an understandable decision.

4. Why is Deke Slayton grounded?
(a) Failing eyesight.
(b) Attitude problems.
(c) A minor heart defect.
(d) Poor hearing.

5. Which two astronauts are selected to be the backup astronauts?
(a) John Glenn and Gus Grissom.
(b) Alan Shepard and John Glenn.
(c) Alan Shepard and Gus Grissom.
(d) Wally Schirra and John Glenn.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many planes does a pilot have to shoot down in combat to be considered an "ace"?

2. What plane is being developed for the ARPS?

3. Who is James Webb?

4. How far away from the intended splash zone does the capsule land?

5. What does the Air Force award to their pilots who fly at altitudes over fifty miles?

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