Witney Carson

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/witney-carson

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 Witney Carson born?October 17, 1993
2. Where was Witney Carson born?Provo, Utah
3. What TV shows has Witney Carson appeared on?Witney Carson has danced on "So You Think You Can Dance" and "Dancing with the Stars," and she co‑hosted the game show "Catch 21."
4. How did she become a professional dancer on "Dancing with the Stars"?She started as a troupe member, learning the show’s style, and was promoted to a professional dancer in 2014 after showing her talent and teamwork.

Professional Dancer: An individual who engages in dancing as a full-time occupation, often performing in professional settings and competitions.
Choreographer: An artist responsible for the design and sequencing of dance movements, often for stage, film, or television productions.
Primetime Emmy Award Nomination: Recognition from the television industry for excellence in programming and performance during peak viewing hours.