Mission Success Ch 4
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What time does Luke ask Priscilla to meet him?

  • At three (correct)
  • At noon
  • At two
  • At midnight

What reason does Luke give for wanting to meet Priscilla?

  • He wants to say goodbye
  • He needs a favor
  • He has a surprise (correct)
  • He is coming back home

How does Priscilla initially respond upon hearing Luke's request?

  • She is excited (correct)
  • She is indifferent
  • She hangs up immediately
  • She becomes angry

What does Hank advise Luke to do regarding the situation?

<p>Forget it and go to bed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Bob's reaction to Luke's plans?

<p>He feels it's a reckless decision (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Luke's initial motivation for leaving the barracks?

<p>To fulfill a public commitment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Luke roll up his trench coat?

<p>To use it as a cushion during climbing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What obstacle did Luke face while trying to escape?

<p>A tall chain link fence topped with barbed wire (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Luke's shoes affect his escape?

<p>They were heavy and hindered climbing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Luke borrow from the old man at the farmhouse?

<p>A telephone to call a taxi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What natural environment did Luke encounter after escaping the base?

<p>Pastureland heavy with cow dung (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Luke's reaction when he first heard the sound of the approaching jeep?

<p>He hid to avoid being seen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the weather like during Luke's escape?

<p>Chilly with heavy overcast (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Luke do to ensure he could not back out of his commitment?

<p>Publicly announced his goals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Luke plan to do upon reaching Bangor?

<p>Catch a train to Boston (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Luke's meeting time

Luke asks Priscilla to meet him at three o'clock.

Luke's surprise

Luke has a surprise for Priscilla.

Priscilla's initial reaction

Priscilla is excited upon hearing Luke's request.

Hank's advice

Hank advises Luke to forget the meeting and go to bed.

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Bob's reaction

Bob views Luke's plans as reckless.

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Luke's initial motivation

Luke initially left the barracks to fulfill a public obligation.

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Trench coat use

Luke rolled up his trench coat as a cushion for climbing.

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Escape obstacle

A tall chain-link fence with barbed wire was an obstacle for Luke.

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Shoes' effect on escape

Luke's heavy shoes hindered his climbing during the escape.

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Farmhouse help

Luke borrowed a telephone from an old man at the farmhouse.

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Environment after escape

Luke encountered pastureland with cow dung after leaving the base.

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Jeep's sound reaction

Luke hid when he heard the sound of the approaching jeep.

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Escape weather

The weather during Luke's escape was chilly with heavy overcast.

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Luke's commitment

Luke publicly announced his goals to ensure he couldn't back out.

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Bangor destination

Luke planned to catch a train to Boston upon reaching Bangor.

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Study Notes

Luke's Journey

  • Luke is a commissioned officer in the Air Force, stationed at Dow Field in Maine.
  • He is preparing for a combat mission overseas but has to meet his fiancé, Priscilla, in Boston.
  • He is trying to get leave from his duty to see her, which is against orders and poses a significant risk.
  • He makes a commitment in front of his fellow officers to meet Priscilla in Boston.
  • Luke plans to escape from Dow Field and travel to Boston by train.

Luke's Escape

  • Luke sneaks out of his barracks under the cover of darkness, using only a lighter for illumination.
  • He encounters a jeep patrolling the base and hides behind a pine tree.
  • He climbs over a fence with barbed wire, using his trench coat as padding and removing his shoes to avoid detection.
  • He stumbles through a swampy area, getting his clothes soaked, and eventually finds a farmhouse.
  • He uses the phone to call a taxi and gets a ride to Bangor, Maine.

Avoiding Arrest

  • At the Bangor train station, Luke witnesses military police checking papers of service personnel.
  • He hides in a locked toilet to avoid detection.
  • Luke encounters military police on the train heading to Boston but escapes detection because his orders aren't questioned.
  • He arrives in Boston at the North Station and hails a taxi to Hotel Touraine.

Luke's Success

  • He made it to Boston successfully despite significant risk of getting caught.
  • Luke's escapade demonstrates his determination and commitment to his fiancee.
  • The story highlights a "success principle" of taking responsibility and committing to goals publicly to minimize the chances of backing down.

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This quiz explores the thrilling narrative of Luke, a commissioned officer in the Air Force, and his daring escape to meet his fiancé, Priscilla. From navigating the challenges of military duty to eluding patrols, Luke's adventure is filled with suspense and commitment. Test your knowledge of this gripping story!

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