(1)However,new research suggests that the story may be fiction instead
fact. (2)The well-known story is that the American Founding Father and scientist flew a kite
a storm in 1752. (3)He raised the kite with
piece of string tied to it. (4)More than one generation of schoolchildren has been amazed by his bravery and his scientific approach
looking for the truth. (5)Franklin,along
many other scientists,has inspired us and taught us that scientific experiments are important in order to establish
truth and to contribute towards later scientific discoveries and inventions. (6)But scientists all agree that if Franklin had actually touched the key,he would certainly have died
the electric shock. (7)Scientists often question accepted ideas
they want to establish the facts. (8)Some have even questioned the story about the apple that fell on Newton's head and led him to come up
his theory of gravity. (9)In fact,more than one account suggests that while Newton was certainly inspired by a falling apple,there is no proof that it hit him on
head. (10)We should not always believe everything we read or hear - even
it is a great story. (11)He slept calmly
the early part of the night. (12)She went
house to house asking if anyone had seen the child. (13)Taste the soup and add salt and pepper