One character in this novel is court-martialed for treason after bombing his own squadron at Pianosa. For 10 points each:
[10e] The title paradox prevents Yossarian from leaving the Air Force in what novel by Joseph Heller?
ANSWER: Catch-22
[10h] In Catch-22, the profiteering mess hall officer Milo Minderbinder runs this syndicate. This company paradoxically makes a profit despite buying eggs at 7 cents and selling them for 5 cents.
ANSWER: M&M Enterprises
[10m] While in Cairo with Yossarian, Milo Minderbinder buys Egypt’s entire supply of this good, which he later covers in chocolate to serve in the mess hall.
ANSWER: cotton [accept Egyptian cotton]
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