Leeds

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/leeds

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 Leeds?West Yorkshire, Northern England
2. How many people live in Leeds?Approximately 812,000 residents
3. How big is Leeds?213 square miles (552 square kilometers)
4. What is the capital of Leeds?Leeds
5. What is Leeds known for?Leeds is a big city in England famous for its history, markets, and many fun places to visit.
6. Why is the River Aire important to Leeds?The River Aire cuts through Leeds and helped trade and industry grow.

Temperate Maritime Climate: A climate characterized by mild temperatures, moderate rainfall, and a lack of extreme seasonal variations.
Industrial Revolution: A period of profound technological, socioeconomic, and cultural change, originating in Britain, marked by mechanization and factory production.
Metropolitan Borough: A type of local government district in England, often encompassing a large urban area.
Urban Fabric: The physical structure and organization of a city, including its buildings, streets, and infrastructure.