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Rosalind Franklin: The Secret of Photo 51
Directions: Answer each question in the form of a short paragraph (3-5 sentences).
Next to each question, I have provided some hints about details to include in your
paragraph.
1. What was Rosalind Franklin like as a child? Where did she grow up? What were her areas
of strength in school? What did she like to do for fun?
2. In 1968, James Watson published a book titled, The Double Helix. How did this book portray
Rosalind Franklin? What was Watson’s nickname for Rosalind? How did describe her
attitude and actions as a coworker?
3. Maurice Wilkins, James Watson, and Francis Crick received the Nobel Prize for science in
1962. Explain why they won the prize. Do you believe that these scientists deserved to win
this prize? Why or why not? Use evidence to support your claim.
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4. Ms. Bender and several of your other teachers often remind students to “give credit where
credit is due.” What does this phrase mean? How does it apply to the life and career of
Rosalind Franklin? Be sure to discuss the significance of Photo 51.
5. What happened to Rosalind Franklin after she quit working on DNA research? What did
she study next? How did she die?