Valparaíso

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/valparaso

Write what each word means, using the article.

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Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Valparaíso?Central Chile, Pacific coast
2. How many people live in Valparaíso?Approximately 930,000 (Greater Valparaíso metro area)
3. What language do people speak in Valparaíso?Spanish
4. When was Valparaíso built?1544
5. What is the capital of Valparaíso?Capital of the Valparaíso Region
6. What is Valparaíso and why is it famous?Valparaíso is a colorful Chilean city built on hills by the sea. It is famous for its art, music, and historic port that once connected the world.

Cerros: Spanish for 'hills,' referring to the steep inclines that define Valparaíso's unique urban landscape.
Cosmopolitan: A city or place that has a great variety of people and is international in its outlook.
Gentrification: The process whereby the character of a poor urban area is changed by wealthier people moving in, improving housing, and attracting new businesses.
Maritime Trade: The transport of goods by sea, a fundamental aspect of Valparaíso's historical economy.