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Amelia Earhart successfully crossed the Atlantic, landing in Ireland instead of her intended destination, Paris, due to mechanical issues. She was first greeted by Mr. Hugh McLaughlin near Londonderry. After spending a night there, she traveled to London, where she was welcomed by the American ambassador. With only $20 and no change of clothes, she went shopping to replace her masculine flight attire.

Where did Amelia Earhart originally plan to land before technical issues forced her to change her destination?

• Paris

• Dublin

• London

• New York

Who was the first person to greet Amelia Earhart upon her landing in Londonderry?

• A local farmer

• The American ambassador

• Mr. Hugh McLaughlin

• A fellow pilot

What did Amelia Earhart do after spending her first night in Londonderry?

• She stayed in Londonderry for a week

• She flew as a passenger to London

• She returned to the United States

• She flew to Paris

What was Amelia Earhart's financial situation upon arriving in London?

• She had $100 and a change of clothes

• She had $50 and no change of clothes

• She had $200 and a suitcase full of clothes

• She had $20 and no change of clothes

Why did Amelia Earhart go shopping after arriving in London?

• To purchase souvenirs

• To replace her masculine attire with feminine garments

• To buy gifts for her family

• To buy a new flying kit