Pago Pago, American Samoa

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/pago-pago-american-samoa

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1. Where is Pago Pago, American Samoa?Maoputasi County, Tutuila Island, American Samoa, South Pacific Ocean
2. How many people live in Pago Pago, American Samoa?Approximately 15,000 residents in the Greater Pago Pago area (2010)
3. What is the capital of Pago Pago, American Samoa?Pago Pago
4. What language do people speak in Pago Pago, American Samoa?Samoan and English
5. How big is Pago Pago, American Samoa?The Greater Pago Pago Metropolitan Area encompasses six villages
6. What money is used in Pago Pago, American Samoa?United States Dollar (USD)

Geopolitical: Relating to politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.
Coaling Station: A port where ships could refuel with coal, essential for steam-powered vessels.
Insular Areas: Territories of the United States located outside the 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Meteorological: Relating to meteorology, the science dealing with the atmosphere and weather.