Bosnia and Herzegovina

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/bosnia-and-herzegovina

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 Bosnia and Herzegovina?Southeastern Europe, Balkan Peninsula
2. What is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina?Sarajevo
3. How many people live in Bosnia and Herzegovina?Approximately 2.9 million
4. What is the major ethnic groups?Bosniaks, Serbs, and Croats
5. What is the EU candidate status?Yes, actively pursuing membership
6. What are the main mountains in Bosnia and Herzegovina?The Dinaric Alps cover most of the country, especially in the central and eastern parts. They create tall peaks, valleys, and forests. In the south, the Herzegovina region has a slightly different, more arid landscape.

Dinaric Alps: A major mountain range in Southeastern Europe, forming a significant part of Bosnia and Herzegovina's rugged topography.
Ottoman Empire: A vast empire that ruled Bosnia and Herzegovina for centuries, leaving a profound impact on its culture, religion, and architecture.
Dayton Agreement: The peace accord signed in 1995 that ended the Bosnian War and established the country's current political structure.
Constituent Peoples: The three main ethnic groups (Bosniaks, Serbs, Croats) recognized as foundational to the state of Bosnia and Herzegovina.