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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3: The Tool.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does Antoine compare a well designed plane?
(a) The balloon.
(b) A good helmet.
(c) The human body.
(d) A bird.

2. According to Antoine, what made Mermoz such a good pilot?
(a) His ability to think outside the box.
(b) His bond with his craft.
(c) His instinct with weather.
(d) His lack of fear.

3. How did one of Antoine's friends die while in the Sahara?
(a) A tribe killed him.
(b) A scorpion bit him.
(c) His plane crashed.
(d) He died of thirst.

4. How should a pilot be able to use a well-designed plane?
(a) Like an extension of his body.
(b) Like a thin rapier.
(c) Like a bit of his own thought process.
(d) Like a powerful tool.

5. According to Antoine, what is the key to a good plane design?
(a) Aerodynamics.
(b) Simplicity.
(c) Accessories.
(d) Quality components.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Antoine say the clay of life is set?

2. What did Mermoz do when his plane wouldn't start while stranded on a cliff?

3. According to Antoine, what is an artist's true job?

4. What is the name of the French aeronautic program?

5. What was Antoine supposed to transport in his plane?

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