Baltimore

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/baltimore

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. How many people live in Baltimore?Approximately 576,498 residents (as of recent census data)
2. How big is Baltimore?Approximately 92 square miles (238 square kilometers), encompassing both land and water
3. When was Baltimore built?August 1729
4. What is the main city?Baltimore
5. What is Baltimore known for?Baltimore is a city in Maryland with a big harbor, lots of history, and many fun places to visit.
6. Why is Baltimore's harbor important?The harbor on the Patapsco River lets ships bring goods in and out, making the city a busy trade center.

Estuary: A body of water where freshwater from rivers mixes with saltwater from the ocean, creating a unique environment.
Maritime Commerce: The business of transporting goods by sea, a fundamental aspect of Baltimore's economy and history.
Urban Revitalization: The process of improving and redeveloping older urban areas to make them more livable and economically viable.