Justin Timberlake

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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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/justin-timberlake

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 Justin Timberlake born?January 31, 1981
2. Where was Justin Timberlake born?Memphis, Tennessee, USA
3. What is the career highlights?Singer, songwriter, actor, record producer, dancer
4. What is the worldwide record sales?Estimated 88 million
5. What is Justin Timberlake known for?He is a singer, songwriter, actor, and performer who started on TV and became a pop superstar.
6. How did Justin Timberlake start his music career?He first appeared on TV shows like Star Search and Disney's Mickey Mouse Club, where he learned to sing and dance, then joined the boy band NSYNC.

R&B (Rhythm and Blues): A genre of music that originated in African American communities, characterized by soulful vocals and a strong beat.
Triple Platinum Certification: A designation indicating that an album has sold at least three million units in the United States, signifying significant commercial success.
Cultural Impact: The effect that a person, event, or idea has on the beliefs, customs, and behaviors of a society or group.