women in aviation

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What does the word 'fired' imply in the context of Quimby answering questions?

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It suggests that Quimby answered the questions very rapidly.

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What was Bessie Coleman's primary motivation for starting a flying school?

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She wanted to help African Americans become pilots.

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How should the verb tense be corrected in the sentence: 'Katherine Wright was not a pilot, but she supports her brothers’ aviation efforts'?

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Change 'supports' to 'supported'.

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What evidence supports the idea that racial prejudice was less restrictive in France during the time of aviation?

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Eugene Jacques Bullard was a well-decorated pilot in the French Lafayette Flying Corps.

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What is the main 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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Who was Bessie Coleman and what was her significance in aviation history?

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Bessie Coleman was the first African American woman to earn a pilot's license, and she played a crucial role in advocating for African Americans in aviation.

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What challenges did women face in becoming pilots during the early 20th century?

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Women faced societal prejudice, lack of training opportunities, and limited access to aviation resources.

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What role did Katherine Wright play in aviation history?

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Katherine Wright supported her brothers, Orville and Wilbur Wright, in their aviation efforts, contributing to the development of early flight.

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How did Eugene Jacques Bullard's experience differ from that of many African American pilots in the U.S.?

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Bullard was able to serve as a well-respected pilot in the French military, while many African American pilots in the U.S. faced significant discrimination.

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What impact did World War I have on women in aviation?

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World War I opened up new opportunities for women to enter aviation roles, as many men were away fighting.