Walter Cronkite

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/walter-cronkite

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 Walter Cronkite born?November 4, 1916
2. When did Walter Cronkite die?July 17, 2009 (age 92)
3. Where was Walter Cronkite born?St. Joseph, Missouri, USA
4. Who was Walter Cronkite?He was a famous news anchor on CBS who told Americans about world events for many years.
5. Why was he called the most trusted man in America?Because he always reported truthfully, researched carefully, and spoke calmly, so people believed him.

Broadcast Journalism: The practice of reporting news and current events through television and radio mediums.
Journalistic Integrity: Adherence to ethical principles and standards in the practice of journalism, emphasizing accuracy, fairness, and impartiality.
Public Discourse: The communication and discussion of ideas and issues among the public, often influenced by media reporting.