Ballymena

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/ballymena

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 Ballymena?County Antrim, Northern Ireland
2. How many people live in Ballymena?31,205 (2021 United Kingdom census)
3. How big is Ballymena?Not specified in source
4. What language do people speak in Ballymena?English, Irish
5. When was Ballymena built?Land granted in 1626, leading to town development
6. What does the name Ballymena mean?It comes from the Irish "an Baile Meánach," which means "the middle townland."

County Antrim: A historic county in Northern Ireland, known for its diverse landscapes and significant population centers.
Borough of Mid and East Antrim: A local government district in Northern Ireland responsible for administrative and public services in its area.
Irish language: A Goidelic language of the Celtic family, indigenous to Ireland, with historical and cultural significance.
Temperate Maritime Climate: A climate characterized by mild temperatures and moderate rainfall throughout the year, typical of coastal regions.