Women's History 1

What was Wang Zhenyi's contribution to science education?

• She wrote books using simple language to explain science and math.

• She opened a school for girls to learn science.

• She translated scientific books into Chinese.

• She invented new scientific instruments.

How did Wang Zhenyi prove her explanation for solar and lunar eclipses?

• By using a lamp, a mirror, and a table to demonstrate Earth's shadow on the moon.

• By writing a book about eclipses.

• By observing eclipses through a telescope.

• By consulting with other scientists of her time.

What did Wang Zhenyi's family do to support her education?

• They taught her various subjects like medicine, mathematics, and poetry.

• They sent her to the best school in China.

• They hired private tutors for her.

• They encouraged her to travel and learn from other cultures.

What was a common belief about the Earth during Wang Zhenyi's time?

• The Earth was flat.

• The Earth was the center of the universe.

• The Earth was hollow.

• The Earth was made of fire and water.

What did Wang Zhenyi use to explain the concept of gravity?

• She explained how gravity kept people on Earth despite its round shape.

• She used a scale to demonstrate gravity.

• She wrote a poem about gravity.

• She conducted an experiment with falling objects.

What honor was given to Wang Zhenyi in 1994?

• A crater on Venus was named after her.

• A university in China was named after her.

• A new element was named in her honor.

• A statue was erected in her hometown.

How old was Wang Zhenyi when she passed away?

• 29 years old

• 35 years old

• 40 years old

• 50 years old