Atenas

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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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/atenas

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. What is Atenas known for?Its world-renowned stable and pleasant microclimate
2. What is the location?Atenas district, Atenas canton, Alajuela province, Costa Rica
3. What is the main city?Atenas city
4. Why is the weather in Atenas so nice?Its high elevation, distance from the coast, and surrounding hills keep temperatures steady, low humidity, and lots of sunshine.
5. Where does Atenas fit in Costa Rica's map?It is a district inside the Atenas canton, which is part of Alajuela province in the Central Valley region.

Microclimate: A localized climate that differs from the larger surrounding climate due to geographical features.
Canton: A primary administrative division within Costa Rica, analogous to a county or borough.
Socio-economic: Relating to or considering both social and economic factors.