Ted Kennedy

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/ted-kennedy

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 Ted Kennedy born?February 22, 1932
2. Where was Ted Kennedy born?Boston, Massachusetts
3. What is Ted Kennedy known for?Championing landmark legislation in civil rights, healthcare, immigration, and social justice
4. What is the career?United States Senator from Massachusetts (1962-2009)
5. What is the political affiliation?Democratic Party

Progressivism: A political philosophy advocating for social reform through government action, emphasizing social justice and economic equality.
Bipartisan: Involving or representing the agreement or cooperation of two political parties that usually oppose each other.
Legislative Tenure: The length of time a person serves in a legislative body, such as the U.S. Senate.