Question

question 5
which statement below best synthesizes the
information from the two passages?
jemison did become an astronaut.
becoming an astronaut is difficult.
astronauts must have a degree in math.
nasa often hires women.
passage 1: if you want to become an
astronaut, nasa requires that you have a
college degree in biology, physical science,
engineering, or math. you then must have at
least three years of working experience to
show that you are responsible. it is helpful to
have an advanced degree, too. teaching
experience is valued, so teachers are
encouraged to apply to become astronauts.
passage 2: mae jemison was the first african
american woman to travel into space. she
went to college at stanford, where she earned
a degree in chemical engineering and african
american studies. while in medical school, and
after becoming a doctor, she traveled around
the world helping people. after working as a
doctor with the peace corps, she applied to
become a nasa astronaut. in 1987, she was

Explanation:

• Passage 1 gives requirements for becoming an astronaut (degree in certain fields, work experience, etc.). Passage 2 tells about Mae Jemison who met the requirements (degree in chemical engineering which is a relevant field, work experience as a doctor) and became an astronaut.
• Option "Jemison did become an astronaut" combines the info that there are requirements (from Passage 1) and she met them and achieved the goal (from Passage 2).
• Option "Becoming an astronaut is difficult" - Passage 1 gives requirements but Passage 2 is about a specific person achieving it, not emphasizing difficulty.
• Option "Astronauts must have a degree in math" - Passage 1 says degree in biology, physical science, engineering or math - not must be math.
• Option "NASA often hires women" - Passage 2 is about one woman (Mae Jemison), not indicating "often".

Answer:

Jemison did become an astronaut.