Berlin

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/berlin

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 Berlin?Northeastern Germany, on the Spree and Havel rivers
2. How many people live in Berlin?Approximately 3.7 million people (2023)
3. When was Berlin built?1237
4. What is the climate?Temperate continental climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters
5. What is Berlin known for?Berlin is Germany's capital city, famous for its history, art, and many museums and theaters. It is a lively place where old and new ideas mix.
6. Why is Berlin called a green city?Berlin has many parks, forests, and lakes, and the Spree River runs through it, making it one of Europe's greenest capitals.

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