So You Think You Can Dance

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/so-you-think-you-can-dance

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 franchise origin?United States
2. What is the year of initial broadcast?2005
3. When did the show first start?It began in July 2005.
4. Why do dancers have to learn many different dance styles?Because the show wants dancers to be very versatile and show skills in many styles like contemporary, jazz, hip‑hop, and ballroom.

Global Franchise: A successful media property that is adapted and produced in numerous countries worldwide.
Dance Versatility: The ability of a dancer to perform proficiently across multiple dance genres and styles.
Cultural Diffusion: The spread of cultural beliefs, social activities, and popular trends from one group to another.
Artistic Interpretation: The way a performer expresses the meaning or emotion of a piece of art through their unique style.