How Much Do You Know About Wright Brothers?

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1. They built the first successful _____________.

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The correct answer is "Airplane" because it is stated that "They built the first successful" and out of all the options given, an airplane is the only one that can be considered a successful invention. Skis, boats, trucks, and bicycles were not necessarily "built" by anyone in particular, and they have been around for much longer than airplanes.

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2. The Wright Brothers were two ___________ brothers.

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The given question asks for the nationality of the Wright Brothers. The correct answer is "American" because the Wright Brothers, Orville and Wilbur Wright, were born in the United States and conducted their famous aviation experiments and built the world's first successful airplane in America.

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3. They were born in Ohio and Indiana, but moved to ______________ to began their flying experiments.

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The Wright brothers were born in Ohio and Indiana, but they moved to North Carolina to begin their flying experiments. This is where they conducted most of their research and testing, including building their first successful airplane, the Wright Flyer. The favorable weather conditions, including consistent winds and sandy terrain for soft landings, made North Carolina an ideal location for their experiments.

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4. There was an argument between North Carolina and what other state, over the words that would be printed on the license plates, due to the Wright Brothers inventing in one place, and founding in another?

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North Carolina and Ohio had an argument over the words that would be printed on the license plates because the Wright Brothers invented the airplane in Ohio, but they were born and had their first successful flight in North Carolina.

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5. Because of the Wright Brothers, North Carolina is now called the ____ __ ____.

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The correct answer is "First in Flight." This is because the Wright Brothers, Orville and Wilbur Wright, successfully conducted the first powered flight of an airplane in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina on December 17, 1903. This historic event marked the beginning of the aviation industry and North Carolina's significant contribution to the development of flight technology. As a result, North Carolina is often referred to as the "First in Flight" state.

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6. What was the engine of the plane called?

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The engine of a plane is called a piston engine. Piston engines are commonly used in smaller aircraft and work by converting the energy produced by burning fuel into mechanical energy through the movement of pistons. This mechanical energy drives the propeller, which generates thrust and propels the plane forward. Piston engines are known for their reliability and are often used in general aviation and small commercial aircraft.

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7. Even though they could fly, they hadn't quite figured out how to do what yet?

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The question suggests that the individuals being referred to have the ability to fly, but they haven't quite figured out how to do something specific yet. Among the given options, "Turn right or left" seems to be the most fitting answer. This implies that while they can fly, they haven't mastered the skill of maneuvering in different directions while in flight.

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8. The first airplane's wingspan that they built was ____ ft.

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The correct answer is 17. This means that the wingspan of the first airplane they built was 17 feet.

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9. What did their father say before they invented the first airplane?

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10. How many feet did the first plane that they invented fly?

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They built the first successful _____________.
The Wright Brothers were two ___________ brothers.
They were born in Ohio and Indiana, but moved to ______________ to...
There was an argument between North Carolina and what other...
Because of the Wright Brothers, North Carolina is now called the ____...
What was the engine of the plane called?
Even though they could fly, they hadn't quite figured out how to...
The first airplane's wingspan that they built was ____ ft.
What did their father say before they invented the first airplane?
How many feet did the first plane that they invented fly?
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