Gord Downie

Famous People

Beg – Low Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read a brief biography about Gord Downie of the Tragically Hip. They learn and practice new vocabulary and review different word forms related to the word “tragedy.”

This lesson includes an optional research task related to a residential school victim. Teacher discretion is advised.

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Focus

topic-based
academic
4-skills
biography
–ly adverbs
rock music

Vocabulary

goalie
discover
social
album
activist
First Peoples
tragic
tour
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