Silentó

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/silent-

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 was Silentó's job?American former rapper, singer, and songwriter
2. When was Silentó born?January 23, 1998
3. How long is Silentó?30 years
4. What is the full name?Richard Lamar Hawk
5. What is the hometown?Atlanta, Georgia
6. Who is Silentó?Silentó is a singer from Atlanta, Georgia, known for his hit song that made many people dance.

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