Into the Air & The Wright Brothers hmh

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What was the main organizational strategy used by the authors of 'Into the Air' and 'The Wright Brothers'?

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They organized their selection by identifying problems with the Wrights' designs and how they solved those problems.

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What is an example of an adverb?

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Carefully.

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What was the purpose of the box-shaped wind tunnel invented by the Wright brothers?

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To answer their questions about wing design.

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Why are illustrations of the Wright brothers' experiments included in 'Into the Air'?

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To show that testing ideas was important to their work.

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What key idea is central to both 'Into the Air' and 'The Wright Brothers'?

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The Wright brothers were not always confident that they would succeed.

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Define the term 'adverb' in the context of grammar.

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An adverb is a word that modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often ending in '-ly'.

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What role did experimentation play in the Wright brothers' success?

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Experimentation was crucial as it allowed them to test and refine their designs.

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What challenges did the Wright brothers face in their early designs?

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They faced challenges related to stability, control, and lift in their aircraft designs.

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How did the Wright brothers' approach to problem-solving contribute to their achievements?

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Their systematic approach to identifying problems and testing solutions led to successful innovations in flight.

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What is the significance of the wind tunnel in aerodynamics?

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A wind tunnel allows for controlled testing of aerodynamic properties, helping to improve design efficiency.