Women in Aviation

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What was Harriet Quimby’s distinction?

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She was the first American woman to become a licensed pilot.

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Why is Bessie Coleman an important figure?

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She was the first African American to earn a pilot's license.

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Why did Bessie Coleman go to France to learn to fly?

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Racial prejudice was less restrictive.

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According to the authors, why did the United States lag behind Europe in developing a strong aviation program?

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European leaders understood the commercial and military advantages.

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What factor contributed to the deaths of both Harriet Quimby and Bessie Coleman?

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Lack of safety precautions.

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Which statement best reveals the authors' perspective on their topic? Options: "American aviation was from its very beginnings marred with sexist and racist assumptions.", "The story of women in aviation actually goes back to the time of the hot-air balloons.", "Though she did not fly, Katherine Wright was a major supporter of her brothers' efforts.", "The strict rules and regulations that govern aviation today didn't exist during the first three decades of flying."

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American aviation was from its very beginnings marred with sexist and racist assumptions.

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Inundate

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to overwhelm

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A restrictive policy is very ______________.

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limiting

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An exhibition is a type of ____________.

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performance

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A precaution is something done to avoid danger.

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avoid danger