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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the profession of the Wright's brothers' father?
(a) A bike repair man.
(b) A printer.
(c) A mechanic.
(d) A bishop.

2. What did the Lilienthal glider look like?
(a) Sparrow wings.
(b) Bat wings.
(c) Owl wings.
(d) Falcon wings.

3. What was the magazine Amos Root published his article about the Wright's flight about?
(a) Golf.
(b) Plane.
(c) Beekeeping.
(d) Auto repair.

4. What part of flight were the Wright brothers surprised was not paid attention to?
(a) Tracking.
(b) Radio transmissions.
(c) Control and balance.
(d) Propulsion.

5. What was the Wrights' mother's name?
(a) Susan.
(b) Sophy.
(c) Roxanna.
(d) Michelle.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Wilbur have his first turn with the new flyer?

2. How fast was the wind at Kitty Hawk?

3. How long did the flight witnessed by Amos Root last?

4. How much did the Smithsonian institution give Langley to continue his work on planes?

5. Where was the new motorized glider assembled?

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