Katherine Johnson Quiz

What was Katherine Johnson's role at NASA?

• She was an engineer.

• She was a human computer.

• She was an astronaut.

• She was a science teacher.

How long did Katherine Johnson work for NASA?

• From 1953 to 1986.

• From 1943 to 1976.

• From 1963 to 1993.

• From 1958 to 1980.

What is Katherine Johnson known for in her work at NASA?

• Designing the space shuttle.

• Calculating the paths for spaceships to travel in orbit around Earth.

• Inventing a new type of telescope.

• Writing a biography about astronauts.

At what age did Katherine Johnson start college?

• At age 15.

• At age 18.

• At age 20.

• At age 12.

What adjective describes something that is great in importance, extent, or size according to the text?

• Monumental.

• Vivid.

• Calculating.

• Trailblazing.

Which adjective means producing strong or intense mental images?

• Monumental.

• Vivid.

• Calculating.

• Trailblazing.

What subject did Johnson make sure to take all the math classes in, as suggested by Professor Claytor?

• Algebra

• Calculus

• Geometry

• Trigonometry

Why did Johnson stop teaching school for a number of years?

• She moved to another city

• She got married and had children

• She started working at NASA

• She became ill

What was the initial reaction of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) when Johnson first applied?

• They immediately offered her a job

• They rejected her application

• They asked her to reapply the following year

• They offered her a different position

What did Johnson become known for at NASA?

• Her ability to work alone

• Her training in geometry and teamwork with male engineers

• Her administrative skills

• Her computer programming expertise