1. Give a brief description of three legends that involve kites.
 
 
 

2. Give a description of the largest kite flown and where it was flown.
 
 

3. Find information on the greatest number of kites ever flown on a single line.
 
 
 

4. How have kites been used by the military ?
 
 
 

5. Give the name and location of five different kite festivals.
 
 
 

6. List some important safety features when flying your kite.
 
 
 

7. How have kites been used in meteorology ?
 
 
 

8. Give a description of a famous kite flight.
 
 

9. Identify 4 countries that are associated with fighter kites, give a short description of the kite and its name.
 
 
 
 

10. What are some problems that may occur when flying stunt kites.
 
 
 

11. Give a short description on how to fly a single line kite.
 
 
 

12. With your group create a presentation of a historical reference to kites. You may use Powerpoint if it is available.
 
 
 
 

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