Amy Goodman

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

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

https://smallwhale.org/articles/amy-goodman

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 Amy Goodman born?April 13, 1957
2. Where was Amy Goodman born?New York City, New York, United States
3. Who is Amy Goodman?Amy Goodman is a journalist who tells important stories from around the world. She hosts the news program Democracy Now! and writes books about big issues.
4. What is Democracy Now!?Democracy Now! is a daily news show that talks about politics, the environment, and people who need help. It is shown on radio, TV, and the internet.

Syndicated Columnist: A writer whose articles are distributed to multiple publications, reaching a wide audience across different platforms.
Progressive Journalism: A style of reporting that emphasizes social justice, equality, environmentalism, and challenges established power structures.
Independent Media: News organizations that operate outside the control of large corporate or governmental entities, often prioritizing diverse perspectives.
Investigative Journalism: A deep and thorough form of reporting that uncovers hidden truths, often involving extensive research and analysis of complex issues.