Middelburg

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.

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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 Middelburg?Southwestern Netherlands, capital of the province of Zeeland
2. How many people live in Middelburg?Approximately 48,000 inhabitants
3. How big is Middelburg?Approximately 53.3 square kilometers
4. What language do people speak in Middelburg?Dutch
5. What is Middelburg known for?Middelburg is the capital of Zeeland in the Netherlands. It is famous for its beautiful canals and historic buildings.
6. Why are the canals in Middelburg important?The canals helped people trade and ship goods in the past. They still show how the city grew as a port.

Deltaic Landscape: An area of land formed by the deposition of sediment carried by a river.
Dutch Golden Age: A period of significant economic prosperity, scientific advancement, and artistic achievement in the Netherlands.
Administrative Capital: The city where the main government offices and administrative functions of a region are located.
Maritime Trade: The exchange of goods and services conducted via sea routes.