Hidden Figures Vocabulary

On page 87, it says, "Mary Jackson was angered -- no, enraged -- to have been confronted with such blatant prejudice in a workplace dedicated to scientific and rational thought, and she considered it absurd to be singled out for something as common and universal as going to the bathroom." What does prejudice mean?

• Kindness

• Acceptance

• cause harm or injury based on bias (an opinion not based on reason).

• Compassion

On page 188, it says, "There is no doubt that one of the reasons they do not apply is that they do not believe that the living conditions in the area would be favorable to them because the Langley Research Center, which is completely integrated, is situated in a community where social segregation based on color is still practiced to a certain extent." What is a synonym for integrated?

• Combined

• Split

• unconnected

• segregated

What does the word 'aeronautics' mean in the context of 'Hidden Figures'?

• The study of birds

• The science of flight

• The art of sailing

• The study of stars

In 'Hidden Figures', what does the term 'computers' refer to?

• Electronic devices

• Mathematical calculations

• Human mathematicians

• Astronomical tools

What is the meaning of 'trajectory' as used in 'Hidden Figures'?

• A type of spacecraft

• A path followed by a projectile

• A mathematical formula

• A scientific theory

Which word best describes the tone of 'Hidden Figures'?

• Humorous

• Inspirational

• Tragic

• Mysterious

What does 'segregation' mean in the context of 'Hidden Figures'?

• Integration

• Separation based on race

• Unity

• Collaboration

In 'Hidden Figures', what does the word 'pioneer' imply about the characters?

• They are followers

• They are leaders

• They are settlers

• They are inventors

What does 'innovation' mean in the context of 'Hidden Figures'?

• Old-fashioned methods

• Creative new ideas

• Traditional practices

• Conventional wisdom

What is the meaning of 'advocacy' as used in 'Hidden Figures'?

• Support for a cause

• Opposition to change

• Neutrality

• Indifference