The Sky’s the Limit: Amelia Earhart

Which of the following support the idea that Earhart was more than just a daredevil pilot?

• She taught engineering, served as a career counselor, and was a women’s rights champion.

• She received several awards and medals and was recognized everywhere she went.

• She disappeared during her flight around the world and her remains were never found.

• She wrote a poem titled "Courage," as well as other books, went on many tours, and gave lectures.

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Analyze

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What is Earhart's contribution to the women's rights movement?

• her flying records and scientific achievements

• her involvement with the National Woman’s Party and advocacy for equal rights

• her relationship with her husband, George Palmer Putnam

• her mysterious disappearance and subsequent search efforts

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Remember

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What role did Earhart's celebrity status play in her advocacy for women's rights?

• It made it difficult for her to be taken seriously in the aviation community.

• She leveraged her fame to promote gender equality during tours and lectures.

• It led to increased scrutiny of her personal life and marriage.

• It focused public attention solely on her flying achievements.

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Remember

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What norm was challenged by Earhart’s achievements, reflected in the note she left for her husband?

• The belief that women should not participate in risky professions.

• The idea that aviation is a safe and accessible field for everyone.

• The notion that technological advancements are irrelevant to gender equality.

• The perception that men and women should have equal educational opportunities.

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Analyze

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What does the phrase "gave wings" mean in the last paragraph?

• to create something new

• to provide support

• to limit progress

• to take flight

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Analyze

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List the achievements of Amelia Earhart in the order they appear in the passage, and explain why they were revolutionary at the time.

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Apply

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Suggest a title for the passage, reflecting on the themes it follows.

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Evaluate

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