Reflection On My Geometry Project (Hypatia)

The geometry project that was assigned to me by Mr. Carpenter was to research a famous Mathematician that contributed to the study of mathematics and how it impacts today's society. I chose Hypatia of Alexandra, Egypt. She was born 370 AD and Died 415 AD. Hypatia was the first woman to make a substantial contribution to the development of mathematics.In that Era Women knew that their duties were in the house but she dared to be different.She was so smart the Christian males that were in charge of the country were intimidated by her intellect. She was killed by a fanatical Christian mob who felt that their authority was being challenged by her.