Disappearance of Tracy Splinter

High school (ages 12+)
Thinking & Learning

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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/disappearance-of-tracy-splinter

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 Disappearance of Tracy Splinter born?October 28, 1971
2. Where was Disappearance of Tracy Splinter born?Cape Town, South Africa
3. What nationality was Disappearance of Tracy Splinter?German citizenship acquired in 1997
4. What was Disappearance of Tracy Splinter's job?Writer and spoken-word author
5. What is the languages of literary output?English, German, and Afrikaans
6. What is the date of disappearance?August 2016

Transnational identity: An identity that extends beyond national borders, often influenced by multiple cultures and experiences.
Spoken-word performance: A literary art form that emphasizes the performance of poetry, often with a focus on rhythm, delivery, and audience engagement.
Enigma: A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.
Linguistic versatility: The ability to use and understand multiple languages with skill and flexibility.