Bahrain

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/bahrain

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 Bahrain?Island nation in the Persian Gulf, West Asia
2. How many people live in Bahrain?1,588,670 (as of 2024)
3. How big is Bahrain?760 square kilometers (290 sq mi)
4. What is the capital of Bahrain?Manama
5. What language do people speak in Bahrain?Arabic (official), English widely spoken
6. What kind of government does Bahrain have?Semi-constitutional monarchy

Archipelago: A group of islands forming an island chain or cluster.
Expatriates: Individuals residing in a country other than their native land, often for employment or lifestyle reasons.
Dilmun Civilization: An ancient Mesopotamian civilization that flourished in Bahrain and the surrounding region, known for its trade networks.
Post-oil Economy: An economy that has successfully diversified away from heavy reliance on oil revenue.