Lists of World Heritage Sites

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/lists-of-world-heritage-sites

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. When was Lists of World Heritage Sites built?1972
2. What is the number of criteria?Ten criteria (six cultural, four natural)
3. What is the advisory bodies?ICOMOS (cultural) and IUCN (natural)
4. What is a World Heritage Site?A World Heritage Site is a special place that is so amazing it belongs to all people. It is protected so everyone can enjoy it for a long time.
5. Why does UNESCO protect World Heritage Sites?UNESCO protects them to keep their cultural and natural wonders safe. This helps people learn about history and nature and keeps the planet healthy.

World Heritage Convention: An international treaty established by UNESCO to protect cultural and natural sites of universal value.
Outstanding Universal Value (OUV): The unique significance of a World Heritage site that is important to all of humanity.
State Party: A country that has ratified the World Heritage Convention and is committed to its principles.