Adolphe-Basile Routhier

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/adolphe-basile-routhier

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Adolphe-Basile Routhier born?May 8, 1839
2. Where was Adolphe-Basile Routhier born?Saint-Placide, Quebec, Canada
3. When did Adolphe-Basile Routhier die?June 27, 1920
4. What is Adolphe-Basile Routhier known for?Authoring the original French lyrics of the Canadian national anthem, 'O Canada'
5. What is the career?Judge and author
6. What is the parentage?Son of Charles Routhier and Angélique Lafleur

Lyricist: A person who writes the words for songs, often contributing significantly to their emotional impact.
National Anthem: The official song of a sovereign state, intended to be a symbol of national identity and pride.
Judiciary: The system of courts and judges that interprets and applies laws within a country.
Cultural Heritage: The traditions, customs, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or group that are passed down through generations.