Queen Latifah

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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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 Queen Latifah born?March 18, 1970
2. Where was Queen Latifah born?Newark, New Jersey
3. What is the musical debut?Released 'All Hail the Queen' in 1989, at age 19
4. What is the academy award nomination?Nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Chicago' (2002)
5. Who is Queen Latifah and what is her real name?Queen Latifah is a famous singer, actress, and producer. Her real name is Dana Elaine Owens, and she was born in 1970.
6. What was Queen Latifah's first gold-certified album?Her third album, Black Reign, released in 1993, was the first solo female rapper album to earn gold certification.

RIAA: The Recording Industry Association of America, which certifies music sales and awards gold and platinum records.
Social Commentary: The act of expressing opinions on societal issues, often through art, music, or writing.
Producer: A person responsible for overseeing the creation of a film, television show, or album, from concept to completion.
Versatility: The ability to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.