Catherine Johnson's Contributions to Space

The video tells the story of Catherine Johnson, a brilliant mathematician who overcame racial and gender barriers to make significant contributions to NASA's space missions. From her early love for math to her groundbreaking work on space flight calculations, Catherine's journey is one of perseverance and excellence. Her story inspires viewers to pursue their dreams and challenge societal norms.

What did Catherine enjoy counting as a child?

• Her toys

• The stars

• The clouds

• Her books

At what age did Catherine start college?

• 12

• 10

• 18

• 15

What was Catherine's first job after graduation?

• Scientist

• Teacher

• Mathematician

• Engineer

Why were women at the research center called 'computers'?

• They designed software

• They made calculations

• They worked with computers

• They operated machines

What was Catherine's role in Alan Shepard's space flight?

• Astronaut Trainer

• Mission Director

• Pilot

• Flight Path Calculator

Who trusted Catherine's calculations over a machine's for his space mission?

• Neil Armstrong

• Buzz Aldrin

• John Glenn

• Yuri Gagarin

What was the main challenge in calculating the moon landing?

• The Earth's rotation

• The sun's position

• The moon's distance

• The spacecraft's speed

What did Catherine prove about women in STEM fields?

• They can only be teachers

• They can excel in any field

• They should avoid math

• They are not suited for engineering

What was Catherine's reaction to Neil Armstrong's moon landing?

• She was surprised

• She smiled and counted

• She was indifferent

• She was disappointed

What is one of Catherine Johnson's famous quotes?

• Science is boring

• There's no such thing as a dumb question

• Girls can't do math

• Math is only for men