Bernardsville, New Jersey

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/bernardsville-new-jersey

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 Bernardsville, New Jersey?7,893 (2020 United States Census)
2. How big is Bernardsville, New Jersey?Approximately 8.7 square miles
3. What is Bernardsville, New Jersey?Bernardsville is a charming town in northern Somerset County, New Jersey. It is known for its beautiful rolling hills and rich history.
4. Why is Bernardsville called a "bedroom community"?Many people live in Bernardsville and then commute to work in New York City. It offers a quiet home life while still being close to a big city.

Bedroom Community: A residential suburb or town whose inhabitants typically commute to a larger city for employment.
Per Capita Income: The average income earned per person in a town, city, or country, used as an indicator of economic well-being.
National Register of Historic Places: The official list of U.S. buildings, structures, sites, objects, and districts significant in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture.