New York Times Building

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/new-york-times-building

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 New York Times Building built?Completed in 2007
2. How tall is New York Times Building?1,046 feet (319 meters)
3. What is the location?620 Eighth Avenue, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
4. What is the number of floors?52

Journalism: The activity or profession of writing for newspapers, magazines, or the internet, or broadcasting news.
Sustainable Design: An approach to building that minimizes negative environmental impact through efficiency and moderation in the use of materials and energy.
Curtain Wall: A non-structural outer covering of a building, typically made of glass or metal, that shields the interior from the elements.
LEED Certification: A rating system that verifies buildings are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient.