New York

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

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 New York?Northeastern United States, bordering the Atlantic Ocean, Canada, and the Great Lakes
2. How many people live in New York?Approximately 20.2 million residents, making it the fourth most populous state
3. What is the capital of New York?Albany, established as the state capital in 1797
4. What is New York known for?New York is a state in the northeastern United States with big cities, tall skyscrapers, and beautiful mountains. It has a mix of forests, lakes, and the Atlantic Ocean.
5. Why is New York important for trade?New York borders Canada and the Atlantic Ocean, so it is a key gateway for ships and trade between the U.S. and other countries. Its rivers and canals help move goods.

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