Hidden Hero Hidden Figures

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What is the main topic of 'Hidden Figures'?

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The main topic of 'Hidden Figures' is the contributions of African American women mathematicians to the space program during the 20th century.

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Who are the key figures in 'Hidden Figures'?

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The key figures include Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden.

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What role did World War II play in the opportunities for women and African Americans?

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World War II opened up new job opportunities for women and African Americans, allowing them to work in fields like mathematics and engineering.

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What does the term 'Human Computer' refer to in the context of 'Hidden Figures'?

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'Human Computer' refers to the women who performed complex calculations by hand before electronic computers were widely used.

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How did Katherine Johnson contribute to the space program?

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Katherine Johnson calculated flight paths for missions, including the trajectory for John Glenn's orbital flight.

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What is the significance of the Langley Research Center?

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The Langley Research Center was a key site for aeronautical research and development, where many of the women mathematicians worked.

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What does the term 'NACA' stand for?

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NACA stands for the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, which was the precursor to NASA.

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What is a central idea of Passage 2?

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A central idea of Passage 2 is that the women mathematicians inspired future generations of women in STEM fields.

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What does the heading 'A Human Computer' illustrate about the work environment at Langley Research Center?

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It illustrates that people were relied upon to perform calculations that computers do today.

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What is the purpose of describing Katherine Johnson's life story in Passage 1?

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The purpose is to highlight her contributions and the challenges she faced as a woman of color in a male-dominated field.