Megyn Kelly

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/megyn-kelly

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 Megyn Kelly born?November 18, 1970
2. Where was Megyn Kelly born?Champaign, Illinois, USA
3. What is the influence recognition?Twice named one of Time's 100 most influential people (2014, 2025)
4. Who is Megyn Kelly?Megyn Kelly is a journalist who talks to people on TV and online. She used to be a lawyer before she started working in news. She is known for her sharp questions and clear explanations.
5. What did Megyn Kelly do before she became a TV host?Before TV, she studied law and worked as a lawyer. She earned a Juris Doctor degree and used her legal skills to analyze news stories.

Juris Doctor (J.D.): A graduate-level professional degree in law, typically required to practice law in the United States.
Broadcast Journalism: The field of reporting news and current events through television, radio, and other electronic media.
Political Commentary: The analysis and interpretation of political events, policies, and figures, often presented to a public audience.
Independent Media: Media outlets and creators that operate outside of traditional corporate ownership, often focusing on niche content or alternative perspectives.