Roscoe Turner breaks east-west transcontinental airspeed record

Roscoe Turner breaks east-west transcontinental airspeed record

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Science, History, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript covers a pilot's experience during a flight, highlighting the challenges faced due to temperature fluctuations and the innovative use of commercial equipment in a racing plane. The pilot expresses gratitude to key supporters and dedicates the flight to Franklin D. Roosevelt, emphasizing the future prosperity of the country.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the main challenges faced by the speaker during the flight?

Navigational errors

Extreme temperature changes

Lack of fuel

Communication issues

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

To whom did the speaker dedicate the flight?

Mr. Gilmore

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Constance Bennett

Harry Williams

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What time did the flight leave New York?

7:47 AM

6:30 AM

9:00 AM

8:15 AM

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was unique about the plane's equipment for this flight?

It had a new navigation system

It was equipped like a commercial plane

It had a new communication device

It had extra fuel tanks

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What difficulties did the speaker mention about the high-speed flight?

Weather conditions

Various technical challenges

Engine failures

Navigational errors