Brave Bessie Comprehension

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What is a biography?

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A biography is a true story about someone's life.

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Who was Bessie Coleman?

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Bessie Coleman was the first African American woman to become a pilot.

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What did Bessie Coleman do in France?

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She learned to fly and became a pilot.

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What is the Bessie Coleman Aero Club?

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It is a club that teaches African Americans how to fly.

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What type of story is Bessie Coleman's story?

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It is a biography, which is non-fiction.

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Where did Bessie hear about lady pilots?

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She heard about them at the barbershop.

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What did Bessie do when she returned to the U.S.?

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She put on shows and did stunts for large crowds.

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What is a steamboat?

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A steamboat is a boat that is powered by steam.

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What is the importance of Bessie Coleman's legacy?

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Her legacy inspires many people, especially African Americans, to pursue aviation.

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What does it mean to put on shows?

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To put on shows means to perform in front of an audience.