Flag of Maldives

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.

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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 Flag of Maldives?An archipelago in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka and India
2. How many people live in Flag of Maldives?Approximately 521,021 (2021 estimate)
3. What is the capital of Flag of Maldives?Malé
4. What language do people speak in Flag of Maldives?Dhivehi is the official language
5. What is the official adoption date?July 26, 1965
6. What does the green rectangle on the Maldives flag mean?The green rectangle shows the lush green islands and the beautiful plants like coconut palms that grow there. It reminds people of the natural beauty of the Maldives. The green is a simple way to show how important nature is to the country.

Archipelago: A chain or cluster of islands, often of volcanic or coral origin.
Sovereignty: The supreme power or authority of a state to govern itself or another state.
Protectorate: A state that is controlled and protected by another more powerful state.
Heraldry: The study and design of coats of arms, flags, and other symbols of identity.