Madrid

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/madrid

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 Madrid built?Around the 9th century as 'Mayrit' by Emir Muhammad I of Córdoba
2. What is the capital status?Declared permanent capital of Spain in 1561 by King Philip II
3. What is the climate?Continental Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and cold winters
4. Why is Madrid called a "Golden Triangle of Art"?It has three famous museums – the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza – that hold many important artworks.
5. Where does Madrid get its water from?The city has used the Manzanares River and nearby reservoirs to supply water for its growth.

Meseta Central: A vast, high, and relatively flat plateau covering much of central Spain, forming the core of the Iberian Peninsula.
Tapas: A diverse array of small Spanish savory dishes, typically served with drinks, central to Spanish social dining culture.
Golden Triangle of Art: The collective name for Madrid's three major art museums: the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums.
Madrileño: A term referring to a person from Madrid.