Atlanta

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/atlanta

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. Where is Atlanta?Piedmont plateau in northern Georgia, southeastern United States
2. How many people live in Atlanta?Approximately 498,715 residents (city proper, 2023 estimate)
3. What is the capital of Atlanta?Capital of Georgia
4. When was Atlanta built?1843
5. What is Atlanta famous for?Atlanta is a big city in Georgia that is known for its history, culture, and one of the world's busiest airports.
6. Why is Atlanta called the "City in a Forest"?It has a very dense canopy of trees that covers much of the city, giving it a forest-like feel.

Piedmont Plateau: A geographical region characterized by rolling hills and elevated terrain situated between mountain ranges and coastal plains.
Civil Rights Movement: A mid-20th century struggle for social justice and equal rights for African Americans, with Atlanta serving as a key center.
HBCU (Historically Black College or University): Institutions of higher education established before 1964 primarily to serve the African American community.