Connelly Early

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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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/connelly-early

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 Connelly Early born?April 3, 2002
2. What is the full name?Todd Connelly McNeil Early
3. What is the primary role?Professional baseball pitcher
4. Who is Connelly Early?Connelly Early is a fast baseball pitcher who plays for the Boston Red Sox. He was born in 2002 and is known for throwing the ball very quickly.
5. Which team does Connelly Early play for?He plays for the Boston Red Sox, one of baseball’s most famous teams.

Professional Baseball Pitcher: An athlete specializing in throwing the baseball to the batter in organized, paid baseball leagues.
Boston Red Sox: A Major League Baseball franchise with a long and storied history, known for its dedicated fanbase and numerous championships.
Major League Baseball (MLB): The premier professional baseball organization in North America, comprising the highest level of competitive baseball.