An inventor wearing the mechanical wings and tail of his ornithopter stands in a field.

An inventor wearing the mechanical wings and tail of his ornithopter stands in a field.

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The video discusses a device intended to achieve flight using leverage and human power. The speaker expresses confidence in its potential to fly like a bird. However, during a demonstration, the device fails, resulting in the user getting a cold bath instead of flying.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary mechanism the speaker believes will enable the device to fly?

A system of pulleys

Leverage advantage and human power

Wind resistance

Engine propulsion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about the device's appearance?

It looks very light and fragile

It appears heavy

It seems very aerodynamic

It is colorful and attractive

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential risk mentioned if the device does not work?

The user might fly too high

The device might catch fire

The user might get a cold bath

The device might break

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the flight attempt?

The device exploded

The device successfully flew

The device hovered briefly

The user got a cold bath

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker imply about the success of the flight attempt?

It was inconclusive

It failed, resulting in a splash

It was partially successful

It was a complete success