A Computer Called Katherine
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English
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3rd - 5th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who was the astronaut that wouldn't step foot in a rocket until Katherine checked the computer calculations?
Back
John Glenn
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the name of the college Katherine attended?
Back
West Virginia State College
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What word describes how Katherine's love of math grew?
Back
Exponentially
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How was Katherine different from other women at the research center?
Back
She asked a lot of questions.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
At what age did Katherine start school?
Back
5
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of Katherine's work in mathematics?
Back
Katherine Johnson's calculations were critical for the success of NASA's space missions.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the term 'profoundly' mean in the context of Katherine's love for math?
Back
It means deeply or significantly.
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