Sofia

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/sofia

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. How many people live in Sofia?Approximately 1.3 million inhabitants (2024 estimate)
2. How big is Sofia?492 km² (190 mi²)
3. What is the capital of Sofia?Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria
4. Why is Sofia in a valley?Sofia sits in the Sofia Valley, a key trade path between Europe and Asia. This makes the city important for trade and travel.
5. How does Vitosha Mountain help people in Sofia?Vitosha Mountain is close to Sofia and offers skiing and hiking. It gives people a nice place for outdoor fun.

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