Umar

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/umar

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 Umar?Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan
2. What kind of weather does Umar have?Umar has a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters, and clear seasonal changes.
3. What do people in Umar grow or raise?People in Umar grow wheat, maize, rice, apples, and apricots, and they raise sheep and goats for meat, milk, and wool.

Pashtunwali: An ancient, unwritten code of ethics and conduct governing the lives of Pashtun people, emphasizing honor, hospitality, and justice.
Gandhara Civilization: An ancient Indo-Aryan civilization that flourished in the Peshawar Valley and surrounding areas, known for its Buddhist art and learning.
Agrarian Economy: An economic system where agriculture is the primary means of production and livelihood for the majority of the population.