Exploring Passion in Astronomy

The speaker shares her unexpected journey into astronomy, which began as a college elective. Initially unsure about her place in the class, she was encouraged by her professor to stay. Faced with the decision to drop either astronomy or history, a clear night at the observatory helped her gather data for her project, solidifying her choice to pursue astronomy. She discovered a passion for using equipment to explore space, enjoying the thrill of being an explorer without leaving Earth.

What was the narrator's initial reason for taking the astronomy course?

• It was the only available option.

• A friend recommended it.

• It seemed like an enjoyable elective.

• It was a required course.

How did the narrator feel upon entering the astronomy class?

• Bored and uninterested

• Overwhelmed with information

• Confident and excited

• Out of place and unsure

What dilemma did the narrator face regarding their courses?

• Choosing between astronomy and physics

• Selecting a major

• Deciding whether to drop astronomy or history

• Balancing work and study

What did the professor suggest to help the narrator with their project?

• Drop the course and try again next semester

• Visit the library for more resources

• Attend a study group

• Go to the observatory to collect data

What was the outcome of the observatory visit?

• The narrator failed to gather any data

• The narrator switched to a different major

• The narrator collected data and stayed in the course

• The narrator decided to drop the course

What did the narrator discover about their interests in astronomy?

• They preferred theoretical work

• They enjoyed using large equipment

• They liked teaching astronomy

• They were interested in writing about astronomy

How does the narrator describe the feeling of being an explorer in astronomy?

• Boring and repetitive

• Challenging and frustrating

• Exciting and thrilling

• Lonely and isolating

What aspect of astronomy does the narrator find most thrilling?

• Teaching others about space

• Being the first to see something new

• Writing research papers

• Traveling to different observatories

What does the narrator compare their experience in astronomy to?

• An adventure across the ocean

• A scientific experiment

• A journey through history

• An exploration without leaving Earth

What does the narrator enjoy about sharing their discoveries?

• The financial rewards

• The opportunity to teach

• The excitement of new findings

• The fame and recognition