Welcome to the Geography Quiz 43

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Which of the following is the main advantage of a glider over powered aircraft?

a) Faster cruising speeds

b) Lower operating costs due to lack of fuel consumption

c) Greater maneuverability

d) Ability to fly in stormy weather

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What is the term for the pilot's ability to maintain control and fly the glider smoothly?

a) Stall speed

b) Glide ratio

c) Flying skill

d) Aerodynamics

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What is the name of the process used to launch a glider into the air?

a) Jumpstart

b) Aerotow

c) Glide launch

d) Airlift

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What is the function of the tailplane on a glider?

a) To generate extra thrust

b) To control the direction of flight

c) To help maintain stability and balance

d) To increase lift

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How does a glider typically gain altitude?

a) By using an onboard engine

b) By catching rising air currents like thermals or ridge lift

c) By pulling a parachute

d) By rapidly diving and pulling up

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In what kind of weather conditions do gliders typically perform best?

a) Rainy weather

b) Calm winds and clear skies

c) Strong thunderstorms

d) Strong, consistent winds with updrafts

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What is the main characteristic of a glider plane that distinguishes it from powered aircraft?

a) It uses jet engines

b) It has no engines

c) It can fly upside down

d) It is faster than powered planes

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What is the primary source of lift for a glider plane?

a) Engines

b) Thermal updrafts

c) Airbrakes

d) Propellers

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Welcome to the Geography Quiz 43

Which of the following is the main advantage of a glider over powered aircraft?

What is the term for the pilot's ability to maintain control and fly the glider smoothly?

What is the name of the process used to launch a glider into the air?

What is the function of the tailplane on a glider?

How does a glider typically gain altitude?

In what kind of weather conditions do gliders typically perform best?

What is the main characteristic of a glider plane that distinguishes it from powered aircraft?

What is the primary source of lift for a glider plane?

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