Fagatogo, American Samoa

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Fagatogo, American Samoa?Downtown Pago Pago, Tutuila Island, American Samoa, Pacific Ocean
2. How many people live in Fagatogo, American Samoa?1,445 (as of April 1, 2020)
3. What is the capital of Fagatogo, American Samoa?Administrative capital of American Samoa
4. What language do people speak in Fagatogo, American Samoa?English and Samoan
5. What kind of government does Fagatogo, American Samoa have?Territory of the United States with a local legislature (Fono)
6. What is Fagatogo, American Samoa known for?Seat of government, historical first American settlement, commercial and financial hub

Geopolitical: Relating to politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.
Topography: The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area.
Juxtaposition: The act of placing two things close together for contrasting effect.