Kalpana Chawla Quiz

What event caused shock and disbelief on a Saturday night?

• The launch of a new satellite

• The Columbia disaster

• A successful space mission

• The announcement of a new astronaut

Where is Kalpana Chawla from?

• Chandigarh

• Mumbai

• Karnal

• Delhi

What did Kalpana Chawla send to her college students from space?

• A scientific report

• A video message

• A letter

• A message of inspiration

What qualities are needed to become an astronaut according to the text?

• Physical strength and endurance

• Encyclopaedic knowledge and ability

• Creativity and innovation

• Leadership and teamwork

What did Kalpana wish for the students in her message?

• Wealth and fame

• A great journey

• Success in exams

• Good health

What was the reaction of the town of Karnal to the Columbia disaster?

• They ignored the news

• They spent a sleepless night

• They held a memorial

• They celebrated

What is described as awe-inspiring in the text?

• The message to students

• The town of Karnal

• Kalpana's journey to space

• The Columbia disaster

What does the text imply about Kalpana's background?

• She was born into a wealthy family

• She was a child prodigy

• She had no interest in science

• She came from a small town

What field of knowledge is NOT mentioned as necessary for astronauts?

• Biology

• Astrophysics

• Aeronautical engineering

• Computer programming

What did the journalist say about Kalpana?

• She was a heroine

• She was a teacher

• She was a scientist

• She was a politician