Exploring Hidden Figures Chapters 1-5

What is the main idea of Chapter 1 in "Hidden Figures Youth Edition" by Margot Shetterly?

• The development of the space program in the United States.

• The early life and education of Katherine Johnson.

• The role of computers in modern technology.

• The impact of World War II on American society.

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Which key detail is highlighted in Chapter 2 regarding Dorothy Vaughan's career?

• She was the first African American woman to work at NASA.

• She became the head of the West Area Computing unit.

• She invented a new type of computer.

• She worked as a pilot during World War II.

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What motivated Mary Jackson to pursue a career in engineering?

• Her desire to travel the world.

• Her passion for mathematics and problem-solving.

• Her family's tradition in engineering.

• Her interest in teaching.

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In Chapter 3, what inference can be made about the challenges faced by African American women at NASA?

• They were given equal opportunities as their white counterparts.

• They faced significant racial and gender discrimination.

• They were not allowed to work on important projects.

• They were primarily hired for administrative roles.

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How does the author compare the events of Chapters 4 and 5?

• By highlighting the technological advancements in each chapter.

• By contrasting the personal struggles of the main characters.

• By showing the progression of the civil rights movement.

• By detailing the differences in the space missions described.

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What vocabulary word from Chapter 1 means "a person who performs calculations"?

• Engineer

• Pilot

• Computer

• Scientist

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Summarize the main idea of Chapter 4 in one sentence.

• The chapter focuses on the launch of the first American satellite.

• It describes the personal and professional growth of Mary Jackson.

• It details the development of the first computer.

• The chapter highlights the role of women in World War II.

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Identify a key detail about Katherine Johnson's contribution to the space program.

• She designed the first space shuttle.

• She calculated the trajectory for the Apollo 11 mission.

• She was the first woman to walk on the moon.

• She invented a new type of rocket fuel.

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What can be inferred about the impact of World War II on the careers of the women in the book?

• It limited their opportunities in the workforce.

• It opened up new job opportunities in fields like engineering and computing.

• It forced them to leave their jobs and join the military.

• It had no significant impact on their careers.

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Compare the educational backgrounds of Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson.

• Both attended the same university.

• Dorothy studied engineering, while Mary studied mathematics.

• Mary had a formal engineering degree, while Dorothy did not.

• Both had strong backgrounds in mathematics.

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