History Kids: The Wright Brothers

The video tutorial explores the journey of the Wright brothers, Wilbur and Orville, from their early years to their groundbreaking achievements in aviation. It covers their initial interest in flight, the development of their first glider, and the subsequent improvements they made. The tutorial highlights the creation of the Wright Flyer, the first successful powered aircraft, and the brothers' eventual recognition and legacy in aviation history.

Where did Wilbur and Orville Wright grow up?

• Delaware

• Idaho

• Ohio

• Maine

Which sport was Wilbur playing when he lost his teeth?

• Baseball

• Hockey

• Basketball

• Wrestling

What was the name of the German glider pilot who inspired the Wright brothers?

• Karl Jatho

• Hugo Junkers

• Ferdinand von Zeppelin

• Otto Lilienthal

What is the term for the twisting of wings to control flight?

• Aero-twisting

• Wing-warping

• None of the above

• Birding

How many mini models of wings did the Wright brothers study?

• More than 1,000

• About 200

• Nearly 50

• About 500

What was the distance the improved glider could fly?

• About five miles

• More than 600 feet

• About 1,000 feet

• Nearly one mile

What nickname did the Wright brothers give to their launching track?

• Success Tracks

• Grand Junction

• Plane Trolley

• None of the above

How long was the Wright Flyer airborne during its first successful flight?

• Almost five minutes

• About 60 seconds

• About 3 and 1/2 seconds

• About 2 and 1/2 minutes

In what year did the Wright brothers receive a US patent for their flying machine?

• 1899

• 1903

• 1906

• 1930

Which country showed significant interest in the Wright brothers' invention before the US?

• Germany

• United Kingdom

• France

• Italy