What Do You Know About Mercury 13?
Some of the most very celebrated Americans are of course astronauts. There were a lot of discrimination so only men were chosen for the astronaut course in the beginning of the space programs. Certain women(who were 13 in number) developed the courage of going through NASA women's astronaut testing projects to become registered astronauts hence the name Mercury 13.
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How many women passed the phase 1 examination of NASA's astronaut selection process?
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11
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12
- C.
13
- D.
14
Correct Answer
C. 13Explanation
The correct answer is 13. This means that 13 women passed the phase 1 examination of NASA's astronaut selection process.Rate this question:
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Eight surviving members of the group were awarded honorary doctorate on which date?
- A.
May 2007
- B.
June 2007
- C.
July 2007
- D.
August 2007
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A. May 2007Explanation
In May 2007, eight surviving members of the group were awarded honorary doctorates.Rate this question:
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The Mercury 13 were awarded the Adler Planetarium Women in Space Science Award in
- A.
2004
- B.
2005
- C.
2006
- D.
2007
Correct Answer
B. 2005Explanation
The Mercury 13, a group of women who underwent astronaut training in the early 1960s, were recognized for their contributions to space science with the Adler Planetarium Women in Space Science Award. The correct answer is 2005, as this was the year when they were honored with this prestigious award.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The U. S civil space agency first selected female astronaut candidates in
- A.
1976
- B.
1977
- C.
1979
- D.
1978
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D. 1978Explanation
In 1978, the U.S civil space agency first selected female astronaut candidates. This means that before 1978, there were no female astronaut candidates selected by the agency. This selection was a significant milestone in promoting gender equality and diversity in the field of space exploration. It opened up opportunities for women to contribute to space missions and further advance the progress of space exploration.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which astronaut became the first American woman in space?
- A.
Jean Hixson
- B.
Wally Funk
- C.
Sally Ride
- D.
Eileen Collins
Correct Answer
C. Sally RideExplanation
Sally Ride became the first American woman in space. She made history in 1983 when she flew aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger as a mission specialist. Ride's achievement opened doors for women in the field of space exploration and inspired many to pursue careers in STEM.Rate this question:
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Who was the first woman pilot to command a Space Shuttle mission?
- A.
Irene Leverton
- B.
Eileen Collins
- C.
Rhea Hurrle
- D.
Sarah Ratley
Correct Answer
B. Eileen CollinsExplanation
Eileen Collins was the first woman pilot to command a Space Shuttle mission. She made history in 1995 when she piloted the Space Shuttle Discovery, becoming the first female to serve as a pilot on a Space Shuttle mission. Later, in 1999, she made history again by becoming the first woman to command a Space Shuttle mission, leading the crew of the Space Shuttle Columbia. Collins' achievements paved the way for more women to pursue careers in aviation and space exploration.Rate this question:
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Eileen Collins commanded NASA's return to flight mission, STS-114 in what year?
- A.
2002
- B.
2003
- C.
2004
- D.
2005
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D. 2005Explanation
Eileen Collins commanded NASA's return to flight mission, STS-114 in 2005.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who was the first American woman to undergo and pass all the three phases of testing?
- A.
Jerrie Cobb
- B.
Myrtle Cagle
- C.
Wally Funk
- D.
Marion Dietrich
Correct Answer
A. Jerrie CobbExplanation
Jerrie Cobb was the first American woman to undergo and pass all three phases of testing. This suggests that she successfully completed the rigorous testing required for a specific program or initiative. The other options, Myrtle Cagle, Wally Funk, and Marion Dietrich, are not mentioned as having achieved this milestone, making Jerrie Cobb the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who's is the oldest candidate out of the Mercury 13?
- A.
Jean Hixson
- B.
Sarah Ratley
- C.
Bernice Steadman
- D.
Jane Hart
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D. Jane HartExplanation
Jane Hart is the oldest candidate out of the Mercury 13 because she was born on October 28, 1927, making her older than the other candidates.Rate this question:
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Who among these is the youngest candidate?
- A.
Jerri Sloan
- B.
Wally Funk
- C.
Bernice Steadman
- D.
Jerrie Cobb
Correct Answer
B. Wally FunkExplanation
Wally Funk is the youngest candidate among Jerri Sloan, Wally Funk, Bernice Steadman, and Jerrie Cobb.Rate this question:
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