Pittman Center, Tennessee

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/pittman-center-tennessee

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 Pittman Center, Tennessee?Sevier County, Tennessee, situated adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
2. How many people live in Pittman Center, Tennessee?454 (2020 Census)
3. How big is Pittman Center, Tennessee?Approximately 1.5 square miles of land
4. What language do people speak in Pittman Center, Tennessee?English
5. When was Pittman Center, Tennessee built?Incorporated as a town
6. What is Pittman Center, Tennessee known for?Birthplace of Dolly Parton; scenic valley location bordering a major national park

UNESCO World Heritage Site: A place recognized by UNESCO for its outstanding universal value and protected for future generations.
Appalachian Culture: The distinct traditions, music, crafts, and way of life developed by people in the Appalachian Mountains.
Municipal Services: Essential services provided by a local government, such as water, sanitation, and public safety.
Economic Diversification: The process of expanding an economy to include a wider range of industries and job opportunities.