Women in Aviation Selection Test

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Who was the first female pilot?

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Raymonde de la Roche.

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Who was the first American woman pilot?

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Harriet Quimby.

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Who is considered the most famous female pilot?

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Amelia Earhart.

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What was the purpose of the authors writing 'Women in Aviation'?

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To describe how difficult it was for women to become pilots.

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What does the authors’ purpose in writing the text emphasize?

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The courage and determination it took women in the early 1900s to overcome obstacles and become pilots.

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What was Bessie Coleman's primary reason for wanting to start a flying school?

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She wanted to help other African Americans become pilots.

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What does it mean that racial prejudice was not restrictive in France?

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It means race did not hold certain people back from opportunities.

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Who was Eugene Jacques Bullard?

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A well-decorated pilot in the French Lafayette Flying Corps.

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What challenges did women face in becoming pilots in the early 1900s?

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Social, economic, and institutional barriers, including gender discrimination.

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What impact did Amelia Earhart have on women in aviation?

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She inspired many women to pursue careers in aviation and challenged gender norms.