What Do You Know About Wright Flyer?

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What Do You Know About Wright Flyer? - Quiz

The Wright Flyer was the first airplane. It had a crew of one, length 6.43 m, height 2.74 m, maximum takeoff weight: of 745 lb. What do you know about the first successful aircraft in history?


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Wright Flyer was last flown in the year...

    • A.

      1903

    • B.

      1922

    • C.

      1919

    • D.

      1923

    Correct Answer
    A. 1903
    Explanation
    The Wright Flyer, an aircraft designed and built by the Wright brothers, was last flown in the year 1903. This was the year when the Wright brothers successfully achieved powered flight for the first time in history. They made four flights on December 17, 1903, near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, with the longest flight lasting 59 seconds and covering a distance of 852 feet. After these groundbreaking flights, the Wright brothers continued to make improvements to their aircraft, but the original Wright Flyer was not flown again after 1903.

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  • 2. 

    Who built the Wright Flyer?

    • A.

      Albert Einstein

    • B.

      The Wright brothers

    • C.

      Neil Gray

    • D.

      Nikolai Tesla

    Correct Answer
    B. The Wright brothers
    Explanation
    The Wright brothers built the Wright Flyer. They were American inventors and aviation pioneers who designed, built, and successfully flew the world's first powered airplane in 1903. Their groundbreaking achievement revolutionized the field of aviation and paved the way for modern air travel.

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  • 3. 

    How many times was the Wright Flyer first flown?

    • A.

      10

    • B.

      2

    • C.

      4

    • D.

      1

    Correct Answer
    C. 4
    Explanation
    The Wright Flyer was first flown four times. This suggests that the correct answer is 4.

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  • 4. 

    The Wright Flyer was manufactured in...

    • A.

      1999

    • B.

      1903

    • C.

      1912

    • D.

      1922

    Correct Answer
    B. 1903
    Explanation
    The Wright Flyer was manufactured in 1903. This is the correct answer because the Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, successfully flew their first powered aircraft, the Wright Flyer, on December 17, 1903, in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. This historic flight marked a significant milestone in aviation history, as it was the first time a heavier-than-air, powered aircraft took off and flew under control. Therefore, 1903 is the correct year in which the Wright Flyer was manufactured.

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  • 5. 

    What kind of airplane was the Wright Flyer?

    • A.

      Jet system

    • B.

      Hot air

    • C.

      Bicanard

    • D.

      Balloon

    Correct Answer
    C. Bicanard
    Explanation
    The Wright Flyer was a bicanard airplane. A bicanard configuration refers to an aircraft design with two horizontal surfaces, one in the front and one in the back, serving as the main lifting surfaces. In the case of the Wright Flyer, the front surface, known as the canard, provided pitch control, while the rear surface acted as the main wing. This design allowed for better stability and control during flight, making the Wright Flyer the first successful powered aircraft in history.

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  • 6. 

    The remains of the Wright Flyer is preserved at...

    • A.

      The Federal Museum

    • B.

      The Rails

    • C.

      The Smithsonian

    • D.

      American Museum

    Correct Answer
    C. The Smithsonian
    Explanation
    The correct answer is The Smithsonian. The Smithsonian Institution is a renowned museum and research complex located in Washington, D.C. It is home to numerous historical artifacts and exhibits, including the remains of the Wright Flyer. The Wright Flyer is the world's first successful powered aircraft, built and flown by the Wright brothers in 1903. The Smithsonian preserves and displays this important piece of aviation history, allowing visitors to learn about the pioneering achievements of the Wright brothers and the early days of flight.

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  • 7. 

    The trial of the Wright Flyer was at...

    • A.

      Indiana

    • B.

      Du Monte

    • C.

      Kitty Hawk

    • D.

      Adelaide

    Correct Answer
    C. Kitty Hawk
    Explanation
    The Wright Flyer trial took place in Kitty Hawk. Kitty Hawk is a town in North Carolina, United States. The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, conducted their famous flight experiments there in the early 20th century. They chose Kitty Hawk due to its consistent winds and sandy terrain which made it suitable for their aviation experiments. The successful flights of the Wright Flyer in Kitty Hawk marked a significant milestone in the history of aviation.

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  • 8. 

    The third flyer was designed in...

    • A.

      1950

    • B.

      1911

    • C.

      1905

    • D.

      1909

    Correct Answer
    C. 1905
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1905. This can be inferred from the given options, where 1905 is the only year mentioned.

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  • 9. 

    Between 1928-1948, Wright Flyer was exhibited at the...

    • A.

      National Museum

    • B.

      Science Museum, London

    • C.

      Science Theatre, Paris

    • D.

      National Theatre

    Correct Answer
    B. Science Museum, London
    Explanation
    The Wright Flyer, an iconic historical aircraft, was exhibited at the Science Museum in London between 1928-1948. This museum is known for its extensive collection of scientific and technological artifacts, making it a fitting location to showcase such an important piece of aviation history. The Science Museum in London attracts visitors from around the world who are interested in exploring the advancements and innovations in science and technology throughout history.

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  • 10. 

    What was the maximum speed of the Wright Flyer?

    • A.

      50mph

    • B.

      12mph

    • C.

      30mph

    • D.

      22mph

    Correct Answer
    C. 30mph
    Explanation
    The maximum speed of the Wright Flyer was 30mph.

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