Exploring Hidden Figures: Chapter 2

What significant role did Katherine Johnson play in NASA's early space missions?

• She managed the entire NASA team during the Apollo missions.

• She designed the spacecraft used in the missions.

• Katherine Johnson was the first woman to walk on the moon.

• Katherine Johnson played a crucial role in calculating trajectories and flight paths for NASA's early space missions.

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How did the social and racial dynamics of the time affect the women at NASA?

• Women at NASA faced systemic discrimination and limited opportunities due to social and racial dynamics, but movements for civil rights and feminism began to challenge these barriers.

• The women at NASA were primarily supported by government policies promoting equality.

• Social dynamics had no impact on women's roles at NASA during that time.

• Women at NASA were always given equal opportunities regardless of race.

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What challenges did Dorothy Vaughan face in her career as a mathematician?

• Racial discrimination, limited advancement opportunities, and adapting to new technologies.

• Gender bias in hiring practices

• Lack of interest in mathematics

• Overwhelming support from colleagues

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Describe the importance of the West Area Computing section at Langley Research Center.

• The section is primarily responsible for managing budgets and finances.

• It serves as a historical archive for past computing technologies.

• It focuses solely on administrative tasks at Langley Research Center.

• The West Area Computing section is important for advancing computational methods and technologies in aeronautics and space research.

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What was the impact of World War II on the employment of African American women in technical fields?

• World War II increased employment opportunities for African American women in technical fields.

• African American women were largely excluded from technical fields during World War II.

• World War II led to a decline in technical jobs for African American women.

• World War II had no significant effect on the employment of African American women in technical fields.

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How did Mary Jackson contribute to the field of engineering at NASA?

• Mary Jackson was the first woman to fly a spacecraft for NASA.

• Mary Jackson was a mathematician who developed new algorithms for space travel.

• Mary Jackson contributed to NASA as the first black female engineer, focusing on aerodynamics and advocating for diversity in engineering.

• Mary Jackson worked as a nurse at NASA, providing medical support to astronauts.

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What educational background did the women in Chapter 2 possess?

• The women only studied mathematics.

• All women were trained in engineering.

• The women possessed diverse educational backgrounds, including degrees in science, literature, and the arts.

• The women had no formal education.

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Discuss the significance of the friendships formed among the women in this chapter.

• The friendships lead to competition among the women.

• The friendships signify emotional support and empowerment among the women.

• The friendships are superficial and lack depth.

• The friendships create tension and conflict in the group.

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What obstacles did the women face in gaining recognition for their work?

• Societal gender biases, lack of access to education, systemic discrimination, and being relegated to supportive roles.

• Access to international networks

• Increased funding for women's projects

• Support from male colleagues

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How did the author illustrate the theme of perseverance in Chapter 2?

• The author illustrated perseverance by focusing on the protagonist's relationships with others.

• The author illustrated perseverance through the protagonist's relentless efforts to overcome obstacles.

• The author depicted perseverance through the protagonist's moments of doubt.

• The author showed perseverance by highlighting the protagonist's failures.

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