Exploring Hidden Figures: Chapter 3

What significant role did Katherine Johnson play in NASA during Chapter 3?

• Katherine Johnson calculated the trajectories for NASA's early space missions.

• Katherine Johnson was the first woman to walk on the moon.

• Katherine Johnson managed NASA's public relations.

• Katherine Johnson designed spacecraft for NASA.

How did the social climate of the 1960s impact the women in the chapter?

• The social climate of the 1960s empowered women to challenge traditional roles and advocate for their rights.

• The social climate of the 1960s had no effect on women's rights.

• The 1960s saw women retreating to traditional domestic roles.

• Women in the 1960s were largely uninterested in social change.

What challenges did Dorothy Vaughan face in her career as described in this chapter?

• Dorothy Vaughan was promoted due to her exceptional performance.

• Dorothy Vaughan was recognized as a leader in her field from the start.

• Dorothy Vaughan faced racial discrimination, gender bias, and the struggle for recognition in her career.

• Dorothy Vaughan faced no significant challenges in her career.

Which mathematical concepts were highlighted in Katherine's work in Chapter 3?

• Calculus derivatives, probability distributions, and set theory

• Number theory, statistics, and linear equations

• Algebraic structures, functions, and geometric transformations

• Trigonometric identities, limits, and sequences

How did the relationships between the women influence their work environment?

• The relationships created a hostile and unproductive work environment.

• The women preferred to work independently, reducing collaboration.

• The relationships led to increased competition among the women.

• The relationships between the women created a collaborative and supportive work environment.

What was the significance of the West Area Computers in the context of NASA?

• They had no impact on NASA's mission outcomes.

• The West Area Computers were significant for their critical contributions to NASA's early space missions and for advancing diversity in STEM.

• The West Area Computers were only involved in administrative tasks.

• They were primarily responsible for designing spacecraft.

How did the chapter illustrate the theme of perseverance among the main characters?

• The theme of perseverance is illustrated by the characters' determination to overcome challenges despite setbacks.

• The chapter focused on the characters' success without any struggles.

• The characters gave up easily when faced with difficulties.

• The theme of perseverance was not relevant to the characters' journey.

What key events in Chapter 3 contributed to the advancement of women in STEM?

• The introduction of female role models and mentorship programs.

• The focus on traditional career paths for women.

• The establishment of all-male engineering clubs.

• The removal of gender-specific scholarships.

How did the author portray the intersection of race and gender in this chapter?

• The author portrayed the intersection of race and gender by showing how characters face compounded challenges due to their identities.

• The author depicted characters as having equal opportunities regardless of their identities.

• The author focused solely on gender without considering race.

• The author ignored the impact of societal norms on race and gender.

What were the major accomplishments of the women featured in Chapter 3?

• Winning a Nobel Prize in Literature

• Establishing a global fashion brand

• Creating a popular cooking show

• The major accomplishments include pioneering research, advocating for women's rights, and breaking barriers in male-dominated industries.