Naya Rivera

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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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/naya-rivera

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 Naya Rivera born?January 12, 1987
2. Where was Naya Rivera born?New York City, New York, USA
3. What is the notable role?Santana Lopez in 'Glee' (2009–2015)
4. What is the awards received?SAG Award, multiple ALMA Awards
5. Who was Naya Rivera?Naya Rivera was a talented actress, singer, and activist who began acting when she was very young.
6. What role made Naya Rivera famous?She became famous for playing Santana Lopez on the TV show Glee, a character who was brave and helped many people feel seen.

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