Hidden Figures Chapter 14-15 Vocabulary Test

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Segregation

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Separation based on certain characteristics

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Which organization is represented by the acronym NASA?

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National Aeronautics and Space Administration

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Who were the focus of the book 'Hidden Figures'?

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African-American female mathematicians at NASA

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What profession did the African American women in 'Hidden Figures' excel in?

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Mathematics and Engineering

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Who were the main characters in the book 'Hidden Figures'?

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Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson

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What is the significance of the mathematicians in 'Hidden Figures'?

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The mathematicians in 'Hidden Figures' were instrumental in performing critical calculations for NASA's space missions.

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How did segregation impact the lives of the characters in 'Hidden Figures'?

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Segregation limited opportunities, subjected to discrimination, and required fighting harder for recognition.

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What role did NASA play in the story of 'Hidden Figures'?

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NASA employed African-American women mathematicians as 'human computers' to perform complex calculations for space missions.

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Why is the representation of African American women in 'Hidden Figures' important?

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The representation of African American women in 'Hidden Figures' is important because it sheds light on their significant contributions to science and technology, highlighting their achievements and breaking stereotypes.

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What challenges did the mathematicians face in 'Hidden Figures'?

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Racial and gender discrimination, lack of recognition, limited career advancement opportunities