How Well You Know Amelia Earhart? Quiz!

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1.

What was the name given to the plane that Amelia Earhart first bought?
- A.
  
  Electra
- B.
  
  Airbus
- C.
  
  Canary
- D.
  
  Boeing
Correct Answer
C. Canary

Explanation
The name given to the plane that Amelia Earhart first bought was "canary".

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2.

How was Amelia as a child?
- A.
  
  Shy
- B.
  
  Adventurous
- C.
  
  Bully
- D.
  
  Normal
Correct Answer
B. Adventurous

Explanation
Amelia was described as adventurous as a child. This implies that she had a tendency to seek out new and exciting experiences, taking risks and being open to exploring different things. This suggests that she had a curious and bold nature, always ready to embark on new adventures and discover the unknown.

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3.

What did Amelia Earhart attempt to become?
- A.
  
  The first American woman to fly in an airplane
- B.
  
  The first woman to make an airplane
- C.
  
  The first woman to fly around the world
Correct Answer
C. The first woman to fly around the world

Explanation
Amelia Earhart attempted to become the first woman to fly around the world. This means that she aimed to complete a flight that would take her around the entire globe, making her the first woman to achieve such a feat.

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4.

Which of the following aviation records did Earhart achieve?
- A.
  
  The first woman to fly across the Atlantic
- B.
  
  The second person to fly solo across the Atlantic
- C.
  
  The first person to fly solo from Hawaii to California
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
Earhart achieved all of the aviation records mentioned in the options. She was the first woman to fly across the Atlantic, the second person to fly solo across the Atlantic, and the first person to fly solo from Hawaii to California. These accomplishments made her a pioneering figure in aviation history, breaking barriers and inspiring future generations of female pilots.

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5.

This man was Earhart's husband and publicist.
- A.
  
  George Putnam
- B.
  
  Christopher Columbus
- C.
  
  Cyrus McCormick
Correct Answer
A. George Putnam

Explanation
George Putnam is the correct answer because he was not only Amelia Earhart's husband but also her publicist. He played a significant role in promoting Earhart's aviation career and public image. As her husband, Putnam supported Earhart's endeavors and helped her gain recognition and sponsorship for her flights. He also published several books about Earhart and her achievements. Therefore, George Putnam's association with Earhart as both her husband and publicist makes him the correct answer to the given question.

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6.

In what year did Amelia take her first plane ride?
- A.
  
  1895
- B.
  
  1900
- C.
  
  1905
- D.
  
  1920
Correct Answer
D. 1920
7.

Who was Earhart's navigator on her trip around the world?
- A.
  
  Fred Noonan
- B.
  
  Frank Sinatra
- C.
  
  George Washington
- D.
  
  Thomas Edison
Correct Answer
A. Fred Noonan

Explanation
Fred Noonan was Amelia Earhart's navigator on her trip around the world. He was an experienced pilot and navigator who had previously worked for Pan American Airways. Earhart and Noonan embarked on their journey in 1937, attempting to circumnavigate the globe. Unfortunately, they disappeared over the Pacific Ocean and their fate remains a mystery to this day.

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8.

What happened on Earhart's trip around the world?
- A.
  
  Earhart's plane disappeared and was never found
- B.
  
  Earhart successfully flew around the world
- C.
  
  Earhart flew around the world in record time
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
A. Earhart's plane disappeared and was never found

Explanation
Earhart's plane disappeared and was never found. This suggests that during Earhart's trip around the world, her plane mysteriously vanished and despite extensive search efforts, it was never located. This event has led to various theories and speculation about what might have happened to Earhart and her plane.

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9.

Amelia and her co-pilot disappeared over the Pacific Ocean.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement "Amelia and her co-pilot disappeared over the Pacific Ocean" is stating a fact, indicating that Amelia and her co-pilot went missing while flying over the Pacific Ocean. Since the question is asking for the correctness of this statement, the answer "True" confirms that the statement is accurate.

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