NCIS: Tony & Ziva

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/ncis--tony---ziva

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. What is the series format?American crime drama television series
2. What is the derivative work?Spin-off of the original NCIS series
3. Who are Tony and Ziva in NCIS: Tony & Ziva?Tony DiNozzo and Ziva David are special agents who solve crimes together. They are known for their jokes, teamwork, and strong friendship.
4. When did the new show start airing?The show began on September 4, 2025, on Paramount+.

Spin-off Series: A television program derived from an existing show, focusing on specific characters or elements.
Crime Procedural: A genre characterized by a focus on the step-by-step process of solving crimes, often involving forensic evidence and investigation.
Franchise Expansion: The strategy of developing multiple related media properties from a single successful source, creating a larger interconnected universe.