Al Roker

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/al-roker

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 Al Roker born?August 20, 1954
2. Where was Al Roker born?New York City, New York
3. What is Al Roker known for?Long-standing weather anchor on NBC's 'Today' and prominent television personality
4. What was Al Roker's job?Held a lapsed American Meteorological Society (AMS) Television Seal of Approval (#238)
5. What is the career roles?Journalist, television personality, author, and weather presenter
6. What does Al Roker do on TV?Al Roker is a weather anchor on NBC's Today show. He tells us the forecast and explains weather events in a way that everyone can understand.

Broadcast Meteorology: The practice of presenting weather forecasts and information on television or radio.
Meteorological Society: An organization dedicated to the advancement of meteorology and related sciences.
Media Personality: An individual who is widely recognized for their appearances and influence in various forms of media.