Sheila Hancock

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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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/sheila-hancock

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 Sheila Hancock born?February 22, 1933
2. Where was Sheila Hancock born?Harrow, Middlesex, England
3. Who is Sheila Hancock?Sheila Hancock is a celebrated English actress, singer, and author who has performed on stage, in films, and on television.
4. What award did she win for her role in "Cabaret"?In 2007, she won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical for her work in "Cabaret."

Tony Award Nomination: Recognition for outstanding achievement in American theatre, indicating a high level of performance recognized by peers.
Laurence Olivier Award: The most prestigious award in British theatre, celebrating excellence in stage productions and performances.
British Academy Television Award: An award presented by BAFTA for excellence in television programming and performance in the United Kingdom.
West End Theatre: The main theatre district in London, equivalent to Broadway in New York City, hosting major professional productions.