Monterey County, California

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/monterey-county-california

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 Monterey County, California?Central coast of California, encompassing coastal plains, mountains, and valleys
2. How many people live in Monterey County, California?439,035 (2020 Census)
3. How big is Monterey County, California?3,324 square miles (8,609 km²)
4. What is the capital of Monterey County, California?Salinas
5. What language do people speak in Monterey County, California?English and Spanish
6. When was Monterey County, California built?Established February 18, 1850

Presidio: A Spanish military fort established for defense and control of a territory.
Alluvial Plain: A flat area of land formed by sediment deposited by a river.
Maritime Influence: The effect of the ocean on a region's climate, often bringing fog and moderating temperatures.
Board of Supervisors: The governing body of a county, responsible for local administration and policy.