Dan Burn

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

Name:

Date:

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/dan-burn

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 Dan Burn born?9 May 1992
2. Where was Dan Burn born?England
3. What is the international debut?Made his senior England debut in March 2023
4. What position does Dan Burn play?Dan Burn is a defender, mainly a centre‑back, who protects his team on the field.
5. How tall is Dan Burn?He is described as super‑tall, and his height helps him win many aerial battles.

Centre-back: A central defender in a football team, tasked with preventing opponents from scoring and organizing the defensive line.
Loan Spell: A temporary transfer of a player from one club to another, typically to gain playing experience or for tactical reasons.
Aerial Duels: Contests between players in the air, usually for a high ball, where a defender's height and jumping ability are crucial.
Premier League: The highest level of professional football in England, considered one of the most competitive leagues globally.