The Mae Jemison Story | Bedtime History

The video explores Mae Jemison's journey from a curious child stargazing in the city to becoming the first African American woman in space. It highlights her determination to pursue science despite societal challenges, her education and career path, and her historic space mission. Mae's legacy continues as she inspires future generations and leads ambitious projects like the 100 Year Starship, aiming for interstellar travel.

What inspired Mae Jemison to dream about space exploration as a child?

• A school project on the solar system

• Her visits to the countryside during summer

• Her favorite science fiction book

• A family member who was an astronaut

What challenge did Mae Jemison face during her upbringing?

• Racial and gender biases

• Financial difficulties

• Lack of interest in science

• Health issues

Which field did Mae Jemison study in college?

• Chemical Engineering

• Biology

• Mechanical Engineering

• Astrophysics

What was Mae Jemison's role on the space shuttle Endeavour?

• Commander

• Flight Engineer

• Mission Specialist

• Pilot

What project is Mae Jemison leading to make interstellar travel possible?

• Lunar Gateway

• 100 Year Starship

• Mars One

• SpaceX Starship

What did Mae Jemison take with her to space as a reminder of those excluded in the past?

• A family photo

• A piece of moon rock

• A model of the space shuttle

• A portrait of Judith Jamison

What advice does Mae Jemison give to young people interested in space and science?

• Focus only on science subjects

• Learn about a variety of subjects

• Follow the path of others

• Avoid taking risks