What were three scientific problems Homer had to solve?

What were three scientific problems Homer had to solve?

The problem of distance, trajectory and accuracy. More so, he is trying to also solve the issue of his combustion chamber that makes his rocket explode.

What obstacles did Homer have to overcome to reach his goal of going to space?

What were some hardships that Homer had to overcome to continue building his rockets? His father’s disbelief, his lack of knowledge of math, and his lack of resources and money/materials.

How does Homer deal with adversity in October Sky?

The only way for Homer to overcome this conflict is to disregard his father, and remain focused on the task at hand. This is obviously not an easy thing for anybody to do. Nonetheless, Homer must become oblivion to the negativity that comes from his father and the rest of Coalwood.

Would Homer have succeeded by himself why or why not?

Could Homer have succeeded by himself? Why or why not? No, because he didn’t know what resources to use or how to make it.

What did Homer have to do since he didn’t understand the math that he needed for the rocket?

What did Homer have to do in October Sky since he didn’t understand the math that he needed for the rocket? Homer relies on his friends, particularly Quentin, to help him with the difficult math needed for rocketry. He also learns as much as he can from books on the topic.

What was Homer’s motivation for building the rockets?

He receives his initial inspiration when the Russians launch Sputnik, the first artificial satellite. After viewing the satellite in orbit in the sky above his town, Homer realizes that he has an opportunity to make a life for himself in rocket science. He decides to build a rocket for the science fair.

What did Homer have to do since he didn’t understand the math that he needed for the rocket October Sky?

What did Homer do since he didn’t understand the math that he needed for the rocket?

What was Homer’s most important characteristic that helped him succeed?

What was Homer’s most important characteristic that helped him succeed? Homer Hickam’s characteristic that helps him the most is his determination. By all accounts, Homer, or “Sonny’s,” life seems to be laid out before him.

How did Homer prove he didn’t start the forest fire?

How did Homer prove he did not start the forest fire? {He proved mathematically that their rocket traveled in a different direction and could have in no way started the fire.}

What is Homer’s motivation?

What was the problem Homer was trying to solve?

Homer is trying to build a rocket that can fly into the air successfully. What problem is he trying to solve? The problem of distance, trajectory and accuracy. More so, he is trying to also solve the issue of his combustion chamber that makes his rocket explode. Who/What was his inspiration? (You may find there are more than one).

Who is Homer and what do we know about him?

Homer is a mystery. The Greek epic poet credited with the enduring epic tales of The Iliad and The Odyssey is an enigma insofar as actual facts of his life go. Some scholars believe him to be one man; others think these iconic stories were created by a group.

What was some hardships that Homer had to overcome to continue building his rockets?

What were some hardships that Homer had to overcome to continue building his rockets? His father’s lack of belief, his lack of knowledge within mathematics and resources (both money, materials and people (such as people who can weld, etc.)) What did he go, to show the results of all his hard work?

Why was Homer important to the ancient Greeks?

For the Greeks, Homer was a godfather of their national culture, chronicling its mythology and collective memory in rich rhythmic tales that have permeated the collective imagination. Homer’s real life may remain a mystery, but the very real impact of his works continues to illuminate our world today. We strive for accuracy and fairness.