Hot Air Balloon Exam
Match the words with their definition.(5 points each)
1. ______Basket
A. Deflects the wind around the burner flame.
2. ______Burner
B. A huge air bag made of fabric.
3. ______Burner Supports C.
The load-carrying part of a balloon.
4. ______Crown
D. Keep the basket stiff and hold up the load frame and burner.
5. ______Envelope
E. Panels of fabric cut at angles to form the shape of the balloon.
6. ______Gores
F. Connect the basket to the balloon.
7. ______Load Tapes
G. The top of the balloon.
8. ______Skirt
H. Heats the balloon to allow it to fly.
9. -______Suspension Cable I. Distribute the
payload evenly to the fabric itself.
10. ______ Aeronaut
J. Used for cold inflation.
11. ______ Inflator fan
K. The open end of the envelope.
12. ______ Mouth
L. A balloon pilot
Write a short answer for each question.(10 points each)
How does a pilot steer a balloon?
What is a chase crew?
How old can you be to first fly a balloon?
What makes a balloon fly?
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