Leiden

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/leiden

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 Leiden?South Holland province, Netherlands, situated on the Oude Rijn river
2. When was Leiden built?Leiden University founded in 1575
3. What language do people speak in Leiden?Dutch (official), English widely spoken, especially in academic circles
4. What is Leiden famous for?Leiden is a Dutch city known for its old university, many scientific discoveries, and famous artists like Rembrandt.
5. How many students study at Leiden University?Around 35,000 students from all over the world study at Leiden University and its applied sciences campus.

Oude Rijn: An ancient river branch that flows through Leiden, historically vital for transportation and settlement.
Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC): A leading institution for medical research, teaching, and patient care, integrated with the university.
Urban Area: A continuously built-up region comprising a central city and its surrounding suburbs and towns.