Lille

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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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 Lille?Northern France, Hauts-de-France region, on the Deûle River, near the Belgian border
2. How big is Lille?City proper: 35 km2 (14 sq mi)
3. What is the capital of Lille?Capital of the Hauts-de-France region; Prefecture of the Nord department
4. What language do people speak in Lille?French (official); historical Dutch/Flemish influences
5. What is Vieux Lille?Vieux Lille is the historic heart of the city, known for its 17th‑century red‑brick townhouses, narrow cobblestone streets, and the lively Grand'Place.
6. Why is the Citadel important in Lille?The Citadel shows Lille’s long military history, as the city has been attacked many times from the Middle Ages through the World Wars.

Transnational: Extending or operating across national boundaries.
Conurbation: A large urban area formed by the merging of several towns or cities.
Tertiary Sector: The economic sector focused on services, including finance, retail, education, and tourism.
Municipal Power: The authority and self-governance of a city or town.