Kalpana Chawla: A Story of Dreams and Courage Quiz

When was Kalpana Chawla born?

• March 17, 1962

• March 17, 1961

• March 17, 1963

• March 17, 1960

What did Kalpana love to look at as a child?

• The ocean

• The mountains

• The stars

• The sky

Which subject was Kalpana very good at in school?

• Physical Education

• Art

• Mathematics

• History

Where did Kalpana study engineering?

• Punjab Engineering College

• NASA

• University of Texas

• University of Colorado

What degree did Kalpana complete at the University of Colorado?

• Master's in Aerospace Engineering

• Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering

• Diploma in Aerospace Engineering

• Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering

What did Kalpana become after her studies?

• A teacher

• A scientist

• A pilot

• An engineer

In which year did Kalpana start working at NASA?

• 1985

• 1988

• 1990

• 1994

What was Kalpana's achievement in 1994?

• She moved to the United States

• She completed her Ph.D.

• She became a pilot

• She was chosen as an astronaut

How long did Kalpana spend in space during her first mission?

• 10 days

• 20 days

• 12 days

• 15 days

What was Kalpana's role during her time in space?

• To teach students

• To take photographs

• To conduct experiments

• To fly the shuttle