Women in Aviation

What is the primary purpose of Patricia & Frederick McKissack in writing "Women in Aviation"?

• To entertain readers with fictional stories about female pilots

• To inform readers about the historical contributions of women in aviation

• To persuade readers to become pilots

• To criticize the aviation industry

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In the context of the book, what does the word "exhibition" most likely mean?

• A public display of works of art

• A competitive event showcasing skills

• A private meeting

• A written document

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Why might the authors have chosen to include stories of lesser-known female aviators in their book?

• To fill pages with unnecessary information

• To highlight the diversity and breadth of contributions by women in aviation

• To confuse readers with too many details

• To focus only on American aviators

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What does the word "inundate" mean in the context of the book?

• To dry out

• To overwhelm with a large amount

• To decorate lavishly

• To simplify

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Summarize the key concept of how women overcame barriers in aviation as presented in the book.

• Women were always welcomed in aviation without any challenges.

• Women faced and overcame significant societal and institutional barriers to contribute to aviation.

• Women were only involved in aviation during wartime.

• Women did not play a significant role in aviation history.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What inference can be made about the authors' view on the future of women in aviation?

• They believe women will no longer be interested in aviation.

• They are optimistic about increasing opportunities and recognition for women in aviation.

• They think women should focus on other fields.

• They feel that women have already achieved enough in aviation.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How do the authors use historical examples to support their purpose in the book?

• By providing fictional accounts of women in aviation

• By detailing real-life stories and achievements of women aviators

• By focusing only on male aviators

• By ignoring historical context

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which of the following best summarizes the authors' message about the role of women in aviation?

• Women have played a minor role in aviation history.

• Women have been pivotal in shaping the history and future of aviation.

• Women should not be involved in aviation.

• Women only contributed during wartime.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What can be inferred about the challenges faced by women in aviation from the book?

• Women faced no challenges and were readily accepted.

• Women had to overcome significant gender biases and stereotypes.

• Women were only challenged by technical difficulties.

• Women were not interested in aviation.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How do the authors use the word "inundate" to describe the experiences of women in aviation?

• To show how women were overwhelmed with opportunities

• To illustrate the overwhelming challenges and obstacles women faced

• To describe the lack of interest in aviation

• To highlight the simplicity of their journey

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept