AS1-100 (L1) Ancient Flight Quiz

a vibrant illustration of early flight attempts with kites, gliders, and historical figures like Armen Firman and Leonardo Da Vinci

Ancient Flight Trivia Challenge

Welcome to the Ancient Flight Quiz! Test your knowledge about the fascinating world of early aviation and the pioneers who dared to embrace the skies. This quiz covers a range of topics related to man’s early attempts at flight, the invention of kites, and the mechanics of birds in the air.

  • 20 engaging questions
  • Various types of questions: multiple choice, checkboxes, and text
  • Perfect for history buffs and aviation enthusiasts alike
20 Questions5 MinutesCreated by SoaringEagle21
Who does history credit as the first to attempt flight?
Armen Firman
Leonardo Di Vinci
Sir Isaac Newton
Cody Martin
Giovanni Borelli
Flight is the act of passing through the air on wings.
True
False
A Rocket is a light aircraft without an engine, designed to glide after being towed aloft or launched from a catapult.
True
False
An aircraft that gets its lift from spinning blades is a Helicopter.
True
False
 
 
 
 
Choose the correct definition for a Glider.
A light aircraft without an engine, designed to glide after being towed aloft or launched from a catapult
An explosive powder made of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur, used to shoot projectiles from guns
A large, cylindrical object that moves very fast by forcing burning gases out one end of the tube
A light framework covered with paper or cloth, provided with a balancing tail, designed to be flown in the air
How did the Chinese use kites during wartime?
When did the Chinese invented the kite?
Armen Firman fell to his death when attempting to jump with a parachute.
True
False
Select the definition of Streamlining.
AD 852/Cordoba, Spain
To spy on the enemy from the air
Designing an aircraft to reduce resistance to motion through the air
Ground phase & Lift phase
When did the Chinese invented the kite?
What are the 2 phases of bird flight?
What do bird feathers do on the upstroke?
Separate
Close up
Fall off
Flap faster
What year and location did Armen Firman first attempt flight?
What do bird feathers do on the down stroke?
Define " Ornithopter":
A device intended to slow free fall from an aircraft or another high point is a...
An unverified story handed down from earlier times, especially one popularly believed to be historical is a...
What is the definition of a Kite?
An explosive powder made of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur, used to shoot projectiles from guns is a ...
When is Mr. Logan's Birthday?
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