Imperial Valley

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/imperial-valley

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 Imperial Valley?Southern California, USA, situated in the Salton Trough
2. How many people live in Imperial Valley?Approximately 180,000 residents within Imperial County
3. How big is Imperial Valley?Roughly 4,500 square miles
4. What language do people speak in Imperial Valley?English and Spanish are the primary languages spoken
5. When was Imperial Valley built?Early 20th century, with significant development following irrigation projects
6. What is Imperial Valley known for?Intensive agricultural production and substantial lithium reserves

Rift Valley: A large elongated depression with steep walls formed by the downward displacement of a block of the earth's crust.
Geothermal Brine: Hot, salty water found deep underground, often containing dissolved minerals like lithium.
Bicultural: Having or representing two cultures.
Workforce Development: Programs and strategies aimed at improving the skills and knowledge of workers.