National gas balloon race starting in Omaha

National gas balloon race starting in Omaha

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Physics, Science, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The video covers the Litchfield Trophy race in Omaha, NE, where balloons were inflated with hydrogen for the competition. Each balloon required 35,000 cubic feet of gas. Notable pilots, including Captain Bill Flood, participated, aiming to reach altitudes of 20,000 feet to leverage high-velocity winds. The race concluded with the winners set to represent America in Switzerland's international races. The speaker expresses eagerness to compete in Switzerland to continue their unfinished business.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the location of the balloon race for the Litchfield Trophy?

Omaha, NE

New York, NY

Los Angeles, CA

Chicago, IL

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much hydrogen was used to inflate each balloon?

25,000 cubic feet

30,000 cubic feet

35,000 cubic feet

40,000 cubic feet

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which veteran balloonist was mentioned as participating in the race?

Captain Mark Twain

Captain Bill Flood

Captain John Smith

Captain Jane Doe

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What altitude did the pilots aim to reach during the race?

10,000 feet

15,000 feet

20,000 feet

25,000 feet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where will the winners represent America in the international races?

France

Germany

Switzerland

Italy