Hazel Ying Lee: Trailblazer in Aviation

Hazel Ying Lee: Trailblazer in Aviation

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

4th - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

The video tells the story of Hazel Ying Lee, a fearless Chinese American woman who became the first Chinese American woman to fly for the U.S. military during World War II. Despite facing racial and gender discrimination, Hazel pursued her dream of flying, becoming a member of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). Her story highlights her determination, bravery, and the challenges she overcame. Hazel's legacy is remembered for her contributions to aviation and her fight against prejudice.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of Women's History Month as mentioned in the introduction?

To focus on technological advancements

To discuss historical wars

To honor the achievements of women

To celebrate all historical events

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Hazel Ying Lee's family originate from?

Korea

Vietnam

China

Japan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Hazel Ying Lee's attitude towards challenges in her early life?

Indifferent

Fearless

Cautious

Fearful

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What societal norm did Hazel challenge by wanting to become a pilot?

Women should not travel

Women should not drive cars

Women should not fly planes

Women should not work

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What job did Hazel take to pay for her flying lessons?

Teacher

Nurse

Elevator operator

Secretary

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the program that trained women to fly during World War II?

Female Aviators Program

Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASP)

Air Force Women

Women Pilots Program

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the challenges Hazel faced as a Chinese-American pilot?

Racial discrimination

Language barrier

Lack of training

Technical issues

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Hazel's family ensure she was buried in a place of their choosing?

They moved to another city

They wrote to the president

They accepted the cemetery's decision

They bribed the officials

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Hazel Ying Lee's legacy as mentioned in the conclusion?

A political leader

A controversial figure

A symbol of fearlessness and breaking barriers

A forgotten pilot