All about Hedy Lamarr

Hedy Lamarr was an amazing woman who lived a very interesting life. She was born in Austria in 1914 and loved learning about science and inventing things. Hedy became famous as an actress, starring in many movies in the 1930s and 1940s. People thought she was very beautiful, but Hedy wanted to be known for more than just her looks.

1. What was one of Hedy Lamarr's talents besides acting?
2. What problem did Hedy want to help solve during World War II?
3. Why do you think some people underestimated Hedy's intelligence?
4. How did Hedy's invention of frequency hopping help during the war?
5. Why is Hedy Lamarr considered an inspirational woman?

A Visit to Vienna

Hi, my name is Victoria and I am 8 years old. I recently went on a trip to Vienna, a beautiful city in Austria. One of the things that made me excited about visiting Vienna is that it is where Hedy Lamarr, a famous actress and inventor, became well-known.

1. First, we visited the Hedy Lamarr Statue located in the city center. It was amazing to see a statue of someone who was not only a talented actress but also a brilliant inventor.

1. What is the name of the city that I visited?
2. Who is Hedy Lamarr and why is she famous?
3. What tourist attraction did I visit in Vienna related to Hedy Lamarr?
4. Why was it exciting for me to see the Hedy Lamarr Statue?
5. Can you explain why Hedy Lamarr is considered both an actress and an inventor?

Hedy Lamarr Fact Finder

Your Turn...

After learning all about Hedy Lamarr, your job is to create a timeline of her life. You should add all the important events in her life but you can be inventive and add some interesting things that people might like to read about. You can make it as simply as you like with pen and paper or you can be very inventive and create a 3D diorama or hanging banner. The sky's the limit - go for it!

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