Kristen Johnston

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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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/kristen-johnston

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 Kristen Johnston born?September 20, 1967
2. What is the signature role?Sally Solomon in the television sitcom '3rd Rock from the Sun' (1996-2001)
3. What is the notable television roles?Holly Franklin in 'The Exes' (2011-2015) and Tammy Diffendorf in 'Mom' (2018-2021)
4. Who is Kristen Johnston?Kristen Johnston is a funny actress who has won Emmys for her TV roles. She is best known for playing Sally Solomon on the science‑fiction sitcom "3rd Rock from the Sun."
5. What did she do on "3rd Rock from the Sun"?She played Sally Solomon, a big, strong alien who works as the security chief of the family. Her jokes and feelings made the character very special.

Primetime Emmy Award: A highly esteemed award presented annually for outstanding achievements in the television industry, particularly during prime evening viewing hours.
Sitcom: A genre of television programming characterized by recurring characters and a humorous plot, typically set in a domestic or workplace environment.
Memoir: A literary genre in which a writer recounts their personal experiences and reflections, often focusing on a specific period or theme.
Nonprofit Organization: An entity established for purposes other than generating profit, with any surplus revenue reinvested to fulfill its mission or objectives.