Malmedy

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/malmedy

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 Malmedy?Province of Liège, Wallonia, Belgium
2. How big is Malmedy?99.96 km²
3. What is the population (as of jan 1, 2018)?12,654
4. What is the population density?127 inhabitants per km²
5. Why does Malmedy have a German-speaking minority?About 5% of people in Malmedy speak a German dialect, so the city gives special language services to help everyone feel included.
6. How many people live in Malmedy?In 2018, about 12,654 people lived there, and the city covers almost 100 square kilometers.

Wallonia: The southern, predominantly French-speaking region of Belgium, characterized by its diverse geography and historical significance.
Municipalities with Language Facilities: Belgian municipalities in linguistic border areas or minority regions that offer public services in multiple languages.
Moselle Franconian: A group of West Central German dialects spoken in parts of Germany, Luxembourg, and Belgium, representing the German-speaking minority in Malmedy.
Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps: A world-renowned motor-racing circuit located in Stavelot, Belgium, with a portion extending into Malmedy, known for its challenging track and iconic status.