Roadkill (wrestler)

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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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/roadkill--wrestler-

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 Roadkill (wrestler) born?August 10, 1976
2. Where was Roadkill (wrestler) born?United States
3. What is the ring name?Roadkill
4. What is the primary wrestling promotion?Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW)
5. Who is Roadkill in wrestling?Roadkill is the ring name of Michael DePoli, a wrestler who wore Amish clothes to stand out in ECW.
6. What kind of clothes does Roadkill wear?He wears traditional Amish clothing, like plain shirts and hats, instead of flashy wrestling outfits.

Persona: The distinct character or identity adopted by a professional wrestler for performance purposes.
Gimmick: A unique characteristic or concept that defines a wrestler's character and presentation.
Juxtaposition: Placing two contrasting elements side-by-side to highlight their differences and create an interesting effect.
Archetype: A recurring symbol or motif that represents a universal pattern of human nature or experience.