Boston

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/boston

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 Boston?Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States; situated on Massachusetts Bay
2. How many people live in Boston?Approximately 675,647 (as of 2022)
3. What language do people speak in Boston?English is the primary language; Spanish and other languages are also spoken
4. When was Boston built?September 17, 1630
5. What is the capital of?Massachusetts
6. What is Boston famous for?Boston is a very old city in America with a rich history, delicious food, and many smart people. It is known for its role in the American Revolution and for being a hub of top universities.

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