Oberstdorf

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/oberstdorf

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 Oberstdorf?Southernmost municipality in Germany, within the Bavarian Alps
2. How many people live in Oberstdorf?Approximately 10,000 residents
3. How big is Oberstdorf?173.5 square kilometers
4. What is the capital of Oberstdorf?Oberstdorf
5. What language do people speak in Oberstdorf?German (official), with a prevalent local Bavarian dialect
6. How high is Oberstdorf?One of Germany's highest towns

Municipality: A self-governing local administrative region, typically a town or city.
Bavarian Alps: A mountain range in southern Germany, part of the larger Alpine system, known for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities.
Ski Flying: A discipline of ski jumping focused on achieving extreme distances, requiring specialized hills and techniques.
Topography: The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features over an area of land.