Choose the word or phrase that best fits each space in the following passage
THE FIRST WOMAN SCIENTIST
Hypatia was born in Alexandria, in Egypt, in 370 A.D. For many centuries, she was the only woman (1) ___________ to have a place in the history books. Hypatia's father was the director of Alexandria University, and he (2) ______________ sure his daughter had the best education available. This was unusual, as most women then had few opportunities to study.
After studying in Athens and Rome, Hypatia returned to Alexandria (3)_______ she began teaching mathematics. She soon became famous for her knowledge of new ideas.
There are no copies of her books, but it is said that she wrote several important mathematical works. Hypatia was also interested in technology and (4)___________ several scientific tools to help with her work.
At the time, many rulers were afraid of science, and something connected with it was (5)_________ danger. One day in March 415, Hypatia was attacked in the street and killed.
During the 20th century, Hypatia was seen as a symbol of the women's rights movement, a precursor to the feminist movement. Since the late 20th century, Hypatia's death has at times been associated with the destruction of the Library of Alexandria, although historically the library ceased to exist in Hypati.
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Lời giải:
Báo saiA. scientist (n) nhà khoa học
B. composer (n) nhà soạn nhạc, người sáng tác
C. writer (n) nhà văn
D. teacher (n) giáo viên
Thông tin: For many centuries, she was the only woman scientist to have a place in the history books.
Tạm dịch: Trong nhiều thế kỷ, bà là nhà khoa học nữ duy nhất có vị trí trong sử sách.