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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-10.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. In what state did the flight witnessed by Amos Root take place?
(a) New York.
(b) Florida.
(c) Ohio.
(d) Maine.
2. What was Wilbur's main role in the new company?
(a) Sales.
(b) He had no active role.
(c) Day to day operation.
(d) Suing infringing competitors.
3. How many people gathered to watch the flights in Fort Meyer?
(a) Hundreds.
(b) Tens.
(c) Thousands.
(d) Tens of thousands.
4. How far did Wilbur travel during his 39-minute fight?
(a) 14.5 miles.
(b) 34.5 miles.
(c) 24.5 miles.
(d) 44.5 miles.
5. How long after Lilienthal's fatal accident did the Wright brothers fly?
(a) 7 years.
(b) 5 years.
(c) 3 years.
(d) 12 years.
Short Answer Questions
1. How long did Langley's aerodrome stay airborne in May 6, 1896?
2. How many years did Langley spend testing models before choosing a design?
3. When were pilots usually able to fly?
4. What did the first prospect of the Wright brothers do?
5. What characteristics did the Wright brothers want for their engine?
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