Praia

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/praia

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 Praia?Southern coast of Santiago Island, Cape Verde
2. How many people live in Praia?Approximately 130,000 people (2021 estimate)
3. How big is Praia?Approximately 60 km² (23 mi²)
4. What is the capital of Praia?Capital and largest city of Cape Verde
5. What language do people speak in Praia?Portuguese (official), Cape Verdean Creole (widely spoken)
6. When was Praia built?Established as a settlement around the 17th century, became capital in 1770

Cape Verdean Creole: A creole language spoken in Cape Verde, a unique blend of Portuguese and West African languages.
Morna: A soulful and melancholic musical genre originating from Cape Verde, often associated with themes of longing and saudade.
Sotavento Islands: The southern group of islands in the Cape Verde archipelago, including Santiago Island where Praia is located.
University of Cape Verde (Uni-CV): The national public university of Cape Verde, with its main campus located in Praia.