Garry Turner

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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

https://smallwhale.org/articles/garry-turner

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 Garry Turner born?Unknown date
2. What nationality was Garry Turner?British
3. What is the primary recognition?Guinness World Record for the stretchiest skin
4. What is the record measurement date?October 29, 1999

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS): A group of inherited disorders characterized by joint hypermobility, skin hyperextensibility, and tissue fragility due to collagen defects.
Connective Tissue: The structural framework of the body, comprising collagen, elastin, and other proteins, which supports organs and tissues.
Skin Hyperextensibility: The ability of skin to stretch beyond its normal range of elasticity, a common characteristic in certain types of EDS.
Sideshow Performer: An entertainer who exhibits unusual or remarkable physical attributes or skills, often in a carnival or circus setting.