United States Capitol

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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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.

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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. When was United States Capitol built?1800
2. What is the location?Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C
3. What is the architectural style?Neoclassical
4. Where is the Capitol located?It is on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., at the east end of the National Mall. It also marks the center of the city's grid.
5. Why does the Capitol have a dome?The dome was built around 1866 and shows how strong and united the country is. It was a big engineering achievement after the Civil War.

Legislative Branch: The branch of government responsible for making laws, comprising the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Neoclassical Architecture: A style characterized by grandeur, symmetry, and elements inspired by ancient Greek and Roman buildings.
Bicameral System: A governmental structure featuring two legislative chambers, designed to provide checks and balances.
Federal Government: The national government of a country, distinct from state or local governments.