Homer Hickam Quiz

When was Homer H. Hickam, Jr. born?

• February 19, 1943

• January 10, 1942

• March 15, 1945

• April 22, 1944

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Which high school did Homer Hickam graduate from?

• Coalwood High School

• Big Creek High School

• West Virginia High School

• Virginia Tech High School

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What was Homer Hickam's rank when he left the U.S. Army?

• Major

• Sergeant

• Captain

• Lieutenant

What is the title of Homer Hickam's first book?

• Back to the Moon

• Torpedo Junction

• The Keeper's Son

• Rocket Boys

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Which book by Homer Hickam was adapted into the film 'October Sky'?

• Rocket Boys

• The Coalwood Way

• The Dinosaur Hunter

• Sky of Stone

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What is the title of Homer Hickam's first fiction novel?

• The Far Reaches

• The Ambassador’s Son

• Back to the Moon

• Crater

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Which series features Josh Thurlow, a Coast Guard officer during World War II?

• Josh Thurlow Series

• Coalwood Series

• Helium-3 Novels

• NASA Chronicles

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In which year did Homer Hickam retire from NASA?

• 1995

• 1998

• 2000

• 2003

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What award did Homer Hickam receive in 1984 for heroism?

• Bronze Star Medal

• Army Commendation Medal

• Alabama’s Distinguished Service Award

• Appalachian Heritage Writer’s Award

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Which book is described as a 'nearly true family legend'?

• Sky of Stone

• Red Helmet

• Carrying Albert Home

• The Dinosaur Hunter

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