U Street (Washington, D.C.)

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/u-street-washington-dc

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 big is U Street (Washington, D.C.)?U Street Corridor (also known as Greater U Street or Cardozo/Shaw)
2. What is U Street (Washington, D.C.) known for?Historic African American heritage, nightlife, entertainment, formerly known as 'Black Broadway'
3. What is the location?Northwest Washington, D.C
4. What is U Street in Washington, D.C.?U Street is a lively neighborhood in Northwest Washington, D.C. It runs along U Street NW and has a mix of homes and shops.
5. Why was U Street called 'Black Broadway'?By 1920 it became the biggest center of African‑American life and culture in the city. Many Black artists, businesses, and theaters made it famous.

Gentrification: The process where wealthier people move into a neighborhood, often leading to changes in its character and cost of living.
Urban Redevelopment: The process of improving and rebuilding parts of a city that have become run-down or neglected.
African American Heritage District: An area recognized for its significant historical and cultural contributions of African Americans.
Disinvestment: The withdrawal of financial support or investment from a particular area or industry.