São Paulo

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/s-o-paulo

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 São Paulo?Southeastern Brazil, capital of the state of São Paulo
2. When was São Paulo built?January 25, 1554
3. How big is São Paulo?1,521 square kilometers (587 sq mi)
4. What is the related topics?Brazilian culture, urban planning, economic development, immigration history

Jesuit Mission: An early religious settlement established by the Society of Jesus for evangelization and education.
Immigrants: Individuals who relocate to a new country with the intention of settling permanently.
Gastronomic: Pertaining to the art, science, and practice of preparing and consuming high-quality food and drink.
Metropolis: A large, densely populated city that serves as a major economic, political, and cultural center.