Steve Martin

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/steve-martin

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 Steve Martin born?August 14, 1945
2. Where was Steve Martin born?Waco, Texas, USA
3. Who is Steve Martin?Steve Martin is a funny comedian, actor, musician, and writer. He makes people laugh with jokes, movies, and music.
4. What kind of music does Steve Martin play?He plays the banjo and loves bluegrass music. He has won three Grammy Awards for his music.

Absurdist Comedy: A style of humor that relies on illogical situations, nonsensical events, and a rejection of conventional meaning.
Bluegrass Music: A genre of American roots music that developed in the 1940s in the Appalachian region, characterized by fast tempos and virtuosic instrumental solos.
Renaissance Man: A person with many talents or areas of knowledge, especially in the arts and sciences.