Penrith, New South Wales

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/penrith-new-south-wales

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. How big is Penrith, New South Wales?The City of Penrith encompasses an area of 405 square kilometers
2. What is the capital of Penrith, New South Wales?Penrith serves as the principal administrative centre for the City of Penrith
3. How high is Penrith, New South Wales?32 meters (105 feet) above sea level

Nepean River: A significant river flowing through Penrith, crucial for its geography, history, and recreational activities.
Cumberland Plain: A large, relatively flat geographical region in New South Wales characterized by fertile soils, historically important for agriculture and settlement.
Administrative Centre: The primary location for the management of governmental functions and public services within a defined region.
Gateway to the Blue Mountains: Penrith's strategic position as the primary entry point for accessing the renowned Blue Mountains National Park.