Early flight pioneers and Kitty Hawk, 1903

Early flight pioneers and Kitty Hawk, 1903

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Physics, Science, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the evolution of aviation, highlighting early pioneers like Henson, Stringfellow, and Pilcher, who contributed to the development of powered flight. It also mentions Hargraves and Cody's kite-based solutions. The Wright brothers' successful powered flight at Kitty Hawk in 1903 is emphasized as a pivotal moment in aviation history.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who proposed the idea of an aerial steam carriage?

Cody

Hargraves

Henson

Wilbur Wright

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which inventor is known for building the first powered flying machines?

Stringfellow

Pilcher

Hargraves

Cody

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Pilcher's contribution to early aviation?

Creating solutions with kites

Proposing an aerial steam carriage

Building a glider to be worn like a harness

Developing a motor-driven aeroplane

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which inventors sought solutions in the kite for achieving flight?

Pilcher and Henson

Hargraves and Cody

Wilbur and Orville Wright

Henson and Stringfellow

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

On what date did the Wright brothers achieve their first powered flight?

December 17, 1803

December 17, 19103

December 17, 1903

December 17, 2003