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Annie Jump Cannon, an accomplished astronomer, faced challenges due to her deafness, which she developed after a bout of scarlet fever in her youth. Despite this obstacle, she excelled in her field, contributing significantly to the classification of stars and the development of the Harvard Classification Scheme. Cannon's determination and passion for astronomy allowed her to overcome barriers and achieve recognition, demonstrating that her deafness did not hinder her scientific contributions. Instead, she became an inspiring figure, advocating for women in science and proving that perseverance can lead to success despite adversity.
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Who is Annie Jump Cannon?
Born: Dover, Delaware, December 11, 1863Died: Cambridge, Massachusetts, April 13, 1941Theorist of Star Spectra
How loud is a cannon?
It is so loud, sometimes it can break the membrain in your ear and make them bleed.
Who did Annie say invented the deaf alphabet in the movie the miracle worker?
In the first act, talking to James she says it was invented by Spanish monks under a vow of silence.
What is the most difficult handicap to have?
I would think being deaf and blind.
What trait was difficult for Thomas Edison?
In his Later Life he became deaf.
What does Annie reread from the report upon going to her room in the miracle worker?
Annie rereads the report from the doctor indicating that Helen is blind and deaf, and the cause of her condition is unknown. This report fuels Annie's determination to help Helen, despite the challenges she knows she will face.
How do you know when you're going deaf?
It will become more difficult to hear things.
Why was Annie the miracle worker?
This name came from the title of William Gibson's play and refers to Annie's success in helping the young blind/deaf Helen communicate. Helen went on to Radcliffe College and wrote several books.
What work experience did hellen Keller have?
helen keller was a young student who was blind and deaf she learn how to finger spell with her teacher annie suvillen
When did Annie Sullivan teach Laura Bridgman?
Laura Bridgman is she is a women who was like Helen Keller blind and deaf. After Doctor Howe died Annie heard about it and took a care of Laura in Brooklyn new york. From February 19 1884 to 1887 she stopped November 11 1887 because she had to help Helen Keller and Helen and Annie had a 49 year relationship Annie and Laura had about a 3 year relationship.
How can you use the phrase tone deaf in a sentence?
Mayzie thought she was a good singer, but I think that she's really tone deaf.
Who assigns Annie her teaching position in the miracle worker?
In "The Miracle Worker," Annie Sullivan is assigned her teaching position for Helen Keller by Michael Anagnos, the director of the Perkins School for the Blind. Anagnos believes that Annie's determination and innovative teaching methods will be beneficial for Helen, who is deaf and blind. Annie's appointment is pivotal in helping Helen break through her communication barriers.
