Kalpana Chawla Biography Reading Comprehension Passage Printable Worksheet PDF

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Summary of passage

Kalpana Chawla, the first Indian-American astronaut, was a determined woman who achieved her dream of going to space. She studied aerospace engineering and became a research scientist at NASA. In 1997, she flew into space aboard the space shuttle Columbia, spending sixteen days conducting experiments and capturing the beauty of Earth. Kalpana made history as the first Indian woman in space and inspired many to follow their dreams. Tragically, the shuttle broke apart during reentry in 2003, resulting in the loss of Kalpana and her crewmates. Despite her untimely death, Kalpana’s legacy lives on and she continues to inspire others to never give up. NASA has honored her by naming a spacecraft after her, symbolizing her dedication to knowledge and exploration. Her story serves as a reminder that hard work and self-belief can make dreams a reality and she will forever be an inspiration to those who aspire to explore the unknown.