Bessie Coleman: Aviation Pioneer Quiz

When did Bessie Coleman become the first Black woman to earn a pilot's licence?

• 1921

• 1925

• 1918

• 1930

Where did Bessie Coleman have to go to earn her pilot's licence?

• United States

• England

• France

• Canada

What obstacle did Bessie Coleman face in pursuing her dream of flying in the United States?

• Fear of heights

• Lack of money

• Poor eyesight

• Racial and gender discrimination

Where did Bessie's plane crash while she was performing at an airshow?

• Florida

• Paris

• London

• Los Angeles

What nickname was Bessie Coleman known by?

• Queen of the Airways

• Brave Bessie

• Flying Eagle

• Sky Princess

What type of flying performances did Bessie Coleman become famous for?

• Long-distance flights

• Stunt flying

• Commercial airline flights

• Military missions

In what state was Bessie Coleman born?

• Georgia

• Illinois

• Texas

• Florida

What job did Bessie Coleman work before becoming a pilot?

• Teacher

• Nurse

• Manicurist

• Secretary