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Which Colombian singer has sold more than 70 million records?

Shakira is a famous Colombian singer and actress. She has sold over 70 million music albums worldwide. Shakira was born in a city called Barranquilla in Colombia. Her grandparents were Lebanese, Spanish, Italian and Colombian. As a child, she wrote poems and sang in her school. She began acting when she was only ten years old. Shakira has recorded twenty music albums. Her music is known around the world. Shakira helps many charities. She is a UNICEF ambassador. She is married to the soccer player, Gerard Piqué. Together they have one son. ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS:

1. How many records has Shakira sold? a. more than 100 million b. more than 70 million c. 50 million d. less than 30 million 2. In which country was Shakira born? a. Colombia b. Italy c. The United States d. Spain 3. Shakira began acting at the age of __________. a. seven b. eight c. ten d. fifteen 4. How many children does Shakira have? a. none b. two c. one d. three

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