1. How does Katherine Johnson’s role change as we get closer to Glenn’s flight? What kinds of work is she now doing?
2. Think about your life as a young kid up until now as a teen. How has your role changed now that you are older? What have you experienced now being older?
3. What is the risk standard for the Space Task Group? How do the astronauts feel about the risks they’re taking?
4. Have you ever done anything risky? Was it worth it, why or why not?
5. Why did some people think the space program was a waste of money? Do you agree with their argument?
6. What do you think is a waste of money and why do you think so? What would you spend money on and why?
