Hidden Figures Key Quotes

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Who said, 'Here at NASA we all pee the same color'?

Al Harrison

Who mentioned that 'Civil rights ain't always civil'?

Levi Jackson

What did Mary say about being an engineer if she were a white man?

I wouldn't have to. I'd already be one.

Who said, 'I have to walk to Timbuktu just to relieve myself'?

Katherine Signup and view all the answers

What did Dorothy say regarding crime in a broken down car?

No crime being Negro, neither. Signup and view all the answers

Who stated, 'Separate and equal are two different things. Just because it's the way don't make it right'?

Dorothy Signup and view all the answers

What does Mary mean when she says, 'Every time we have a chance to get ahead, they move the finish line'?

It reflects the ongoing challenges faced in achieving equality. Signup and view all the answers

Who commented, 'And it's not because we wear skirts. It's because we wear glasses.'?

Katherine Signup and view all the answers

Paul said, 'There's no protocol for women attending.' What did he compare it to?

There's no protocol for a man circling the Earth either, Sir. Signup and view all the answers

What did Katherine mean by saying, 'You, Sir, you are the boss. You just have to act like one, Sir.'?

She emphasizes the need for authority and decisiveness from leadership. Signup and view all the answers

What did Ms. Mitchel say despite the expectations others had of her?

Despite what you think, I have nothing against y'all. Signup and view all the answers

Who described their background by saying, 'And I'm a Polish Jew whose parents died in a Nazi prison camp'?

Karl Zielinski Signup and view all the answers

What did Ms. Mitchell reveal about Katherine's status in the organization?

They've never had a colored in here before, Katherine. Signup and view all the answers

What did Vivian Mitchell say about job gratitude?

You all should be thankful you have jobs at all. Signup and view all the answers

What did Paul Stafford mean when he said, 'Computers don't author reports. Fix it.'?

It highlights the importance of human insight in analysis. Signup and view all the answers

Who stated, 'You know what your job is, Paul? Find the genius among those geniuses?'

Al Harrison Signup and view all the answers

What did John Glen suggest regarding the numbers?

Let's get the girl to check the numbers. Signup and view all the answers

What did Ms. Mitchell say about NASA's workload?

That's NASA for you, twice the work and double the pay. Signup and view all the answers

What important question did Mary Jackson ask in court?

Your Honor, out of all the cases you're going to hear today, which one is going to matter a hundred years from now? Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Quotes from Hidden Figures

"Here at NASA we all pee the same color" emphasizes equality regardless of race, spoken by Al Harrison.
"Civil rights ain't always civil" reflects the challenges faced in the struggle for civil rights, shared by Levi Jackson.
Mary asserts the systemic barriers against her as a woman of color, stating, "Would you try to be an engineer if you were a white man? I wouldn't have to. I'd already be one."
Katherine expresses frustration over racial inequities with, "I have to walk to Timbuktu just to relieve myself."
Dorothy underscores the absurdity of discrimination with "No crime in a broken down car. No crime being Negro, neither."
"Separate and equal are two different things. Just because it's the way doesn't make it right," a critical insight from Dorothy on the fallacy of segregation.
Mary points out the continuous obstacles in advancement with, "Every time we have a chance to get ahead, they move the finish line."
Katherine challenges stereotypes about women in STEM: "And it's not because we wear skirts. It's because we wear glasses."
Paul responds to Katherine's entry into a male-dominated space with, "There's no protocol for women attending. There's no protocol for a man circling the Earth either, sir."
Katherine asserts her authority with, "You, sir, you are the boss. You just have to act like one, sir."
Ms. Mitchell tries to downplay racial biases by saying, "Despite what you think, I have nothing against y'all. I know you probably believe that."
Karl reflects on his own background and the significance of their work by saying, "I'm a Polish Jew whose parents died in a Nazi prison camp...we are living the impossible."
Ms. Mitchell acknowledges the rarity of Katherine's position: "They've never had a colored in here before, Katherine. Don't embarrass me."
Vivian Mitchell expresses condescension with, "You all should be thankful you have jobs at all."
Paul Stafford emphasizes the limitations of technology: "Computers don't author reports. Fix it."
Al Harrison advocates for teamwork and recognition of talent with, "Find the genius among those geniuses...we all get to the peak together or we don't get there at all."
John Glenn relies on Katherine's skills with, "Let's get the girl to check the numbers."
Ms. Mitchell phrases the workload ironically: "That's NASA for you, twice the work and double the pay."
Al Harrison gives Katherine autonomy, stating, "Go wherever you damn well please. Preferably close to your desk."
Mary challenges the judicial system with, "Your Honor, out of all the cases you're going to hear today, which one is going to matter a hundred years from now? Which one is going to make you the first?"

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Test your knowledge of key quotes from the inspiring film 'Hidden Figures'. This quiz features memorable lines that highlight themes of racial and gender equality in the history of NASA. Perfect for fans of the film and those interested in civil rights.