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Where did Katherine Johnson graduate from?
Where did Katherine Johnson graduate from?
Who trusted Katherine Johnson to perform the calculations for his space flight?
Who trusted Katherine Johnson to perform the calculations for his space flight?
Which space landing did Katherine Johnson calculate the trajectory for in 1969?
Which space landing did Katherine Johnson calculate the trajectory for in 1969?
At what age did Katherine Johnson begin high school?
At what age did Katherine Johnson begin high school?
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In 1953, Katherine Johnson started working for what organization?
In 1953, Katherine Johnson started working for what organization?
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What medal did Katherine Johnson receive in 2015?
What medal did Katherine Johnson receive in 2015?
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Study Notes
Katherine Johnson: Key Facts
- Graduated from West Virginia University in 1937, earning degrees in mathematics and French.
- Trusted by astronaut John Glenn to perform orbital calculations for his historic space flight in 1962; he requested that she personally verify the computer's calculations before launching.
- Calculated the trajectory for the Apollo 11 mission's moon landing in 1969, which was a pivotal achievement in space exploration.
- Began high school at the age of 10, demonstrating early academic talent.
- Started working for the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA), which later became NASA, in 1953, contributing significantly to the space program.
- Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015, one of the highest civilian honors in the United States, recognizing her contributions to mathematics and space science.
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Test your knowledge about the life of Katherine Johnson, the pioneering African American mathematician who made significant contributions to NASA's space missions. From her early life to her groundbreaking work, this quiz covers various aspects of her remarkable story.
