Toronto

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/toronto

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 Toronto?Southern Ontario, Canada, situated on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario
2. How many people live in Toronto?Approximately 2.8 million (city proper), over 6 million (Greater Toronto Area)
3. How big is Toronto?240 square miles (630 square kilometers)
4. What is the capital of Toronto?Capital of the province of Ontario
5. Why is Toronto called "Hollywood North"?Toronto is a major center for film and television production, attracting many movies and TV shows. Because of this, it earned the nickname "Hollywood North."
6. What languages are spoken in Toronto?Toronto has more than 160 languages spoken, reflecting over 200 different ethnic origins. This makes the city very diverse and colorful.

Megalopolis: A very large, densely populated urban area that comprises multiple cities and towns.
Demographic Richness: The variety and diversity of people living in a particular area, based on factors like age, ethnicity, and origin.
Economic Powerhouse: A city or region that has a very strong and successful economy, often with global influence.