Penang

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/penang

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 Penang?Northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, comprising Penang Island and Seberang Perai
2. What is the capital of Penang?George Town
3. How many people live in Penang?1.74 million (2020 census)
4. How big is Penang?1,048 km² (405 sq mi)
5. When was Penang built?1786 by Francis Light
6. What is Penang known for?Electronics manufacturing, diverse culture, UNESCO World Heritage site (George Town), culinary scene

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