Playa Vista, Los Angeles

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/playa-vista-los-angeles

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 Playa Vista, Los Angeles?Westside of Los Angeles, California
2. How many people live in Playa Vista, Los Angeles?Approximately 10,000 residents
3. How big is Playa Vista, Los Angeles?Approximately 1.5 square miles
4. What is the capital of Playa Vista, Los Angeles?Los Angeles (as part of the city)
5. What language do people speak in Playa Vista, Los Angeles?English is the primary language; Spanish is also widely spoken
6. When was Playa Vista, Los Angeles built?Development as a planned community began in 2002

Aerospace Industry: Businesses involved in the design, development, and manufacturing of aircraft and spacecraft.
Master-Planned Community: A large-scale development designed with a comprehensive plan for residential, commercial, and recreational areas.
Silicon Beach: A term referring to the cluster of technology and digital media companies in the Los Angeles area, particularly along the coast.
STEM Fields: Acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, crucial areas for innovation and economic growth.