One Franklin Square

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/one-franklin-square

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. What is the year of completion?1989
2. What is the primary function?Commercial office building
3. Why was One Franklin Square built?It was built to give modern, useful office space for businesses and professionals in downtown D.C., helping the city grow.
4. Where is One Franklin Square located?It stands at 1301 K Street NW in Washington, D.C., right in the busy business area.

Urban Fabric: The physical and social structure of a city, including its buildings, streets, and communities.
Commercial Architecture: The design and construction of buildings intended for business and commerce.
Urban Planning: The process of designing and managing the development of cities and towns.