Mission Success Ch 4

What time does Luke ask Priscilla to meet him?

What reason does Luke give for wanting to meet Priscilla?

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

What does Hank advise Luke to do regarding the situation?

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

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

Why did Luke roll up his trench coat?

What obstacle did Luke face while trying to escape?

How did Luke's shoes affect his escape?

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

What natural environment did Luke encounter after escaping the base?

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

What was the weather like during Luke's escape?

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

What did Luke plan to do upon reaching Bangor?

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.

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!