Society Islands

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Society Islands?South Pacific Ocean, forming the most populous archipelago of French Polynesia
2. How many people live in Society Islands?Approximately 275,000 inhabitants
3. How big is Society Islands?Total land area of approximately 1,500 square miles (4,000 square kilometers)
4. What is the capital of Society Islands?Papeete, situated on the island of Tahiti
5. What language do people speak in Society Islands?French (official), Tahitian (Reo Tahiti), and other Polynesian languages
6. What is the political status?Overseas collectivity of the French Republic (part of French Polynesia)

Archipelago: A group or chain of islands situated relatively close to each other.
French Polynesia: An overseas collectivity of France comprising numerous islands in the South Pacific Ocean.
Volcanic Hotspot: An area where magma from deep within the Earth rises to the surface, creating volcanic activity.
Overseas Collectivity: A type of administrative division of France located outside of Europe, possessing a degree of autonomy.