Hollywood Walk of Fame

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

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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. How tall is Hollywood Walk of Fame?1960
2. What is the number of stars?Over 2,800 five-pointed terrazzo and brass stars
3. What is the administered by?Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
4. How did the Hollywood Walk of Fame start?It was created in 1953 by architect Harry Oliver to make Hollywood Boulevard look nicer. The first temporary stars appeared in 1958, and real stars began to be added in 1960.
5. Who can get a star on the Walk of Fame?People who have done great work in movies, TV, music, or even fictional characters can be honored. Fans, the public, or industry people can suggest them, and a committee chooses the final honorees.

Terrazzo: A composite material composed of marble chips embedded in cement, polished to a smooth finish, used for flooring and decorative surfaces.
Hollywood Improvement Association: An organization that historically aimed to enhance and promote the Hollywood district.
Hollywood Historic Trust: An organization responsible for the preservation and maintenance of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Legacy: The lasting impact or influence of a person, event, or work on future generations.