Ellen Ochoa: Pioneering Space Exploration

The video explores the journey of Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina in space. It highlights her early curiosity about space, her educational achievements, and her significant contributions to NASA. Ellen's story is one of perseverance and innovation, inspiring others like Jose Hernandez. Her legacy emphasizes that Latina history is integral to American history.

What inspired Ellen Ochoa to pursue a career in space exploration?

• Reading science fiction novels

• A visit to a planetarium

• Her first telescope

• Watching birds fly

What was Ellen Ochoa's field of study at Stanford University?

• Mechanical Engineering

• Aerospace Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Computer Science

What was one of Ellen Ochoa's key contributions as a researcher at NASA?

• Creating satellite communication systems

• Designing space suits

• Inventing optical devices for space exploration

• Developing new rocket fuels

In what year did Ellen Ochoa apply to the astronaut corps?

• 2000

• 1995

• 1985

• 1991

What was Ellen Ochoa's primary focus as an astronaut?

• Astronaut training

• Space shuttle computers

• Space station construction

• Spacecraft navigation

How many space shuttle missions did Ellen Ochoa fly?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What position did Ellen Ochoa eventually hold at the Johnson Space Center?

• Chief Scientist

• Director

• Head of Engineering

• Mission Commander

What qualities does Ellen Ochoa believe are shared by all astronauts?

• Motivation, perseverance, and desire for discovery

• Technical skills and experience

• Courage and bravery

• Physical strength and agility

Who was inspired by Ellen Ochoa to become an astronaut?

• Neil Armstrong

• Sally Ride

• Buzz Aldrin

• Jose Hernandez

What does Ellen Ochoa's story illustrate about Latina history?

• It is a part of American history

• It is not well-documented

• It is separate from American history

• It is only relevant to space exploration