Jalalabad

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. How many people live in Jalalabad?Approximately 200,331 inhabitants
2. What is the capital city of?Nangarhar Province
3. What is the historical names?Previously known as Tarunshahr, Nagarahara, and Adinapur
4. Where is Jalalabad located?Jalalabad is in eastern Afghanistan, on a flat plateau where the Kabul and Kunar rivers meet.
5. Why is Jalalabad good for growing oranges?The city has a warm climate and plenty of river water, which help farmers grow oranges and lemons.

Confluence: The junction where two or more rivers meet and flow together.
Plateau: An extensive area of relatively flat land that is significantly elevated above the surrounding terrain.
Durrani Empire: A historical Afghan empire established in the 18th century, known for its vast territory and influence.
Khyber Pass: A historically significant mountain pass connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan, a crucial trade and military route.