Wilshire Grand Center

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/wilshire-grand-center

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 Wilshire Grand Center built?2017
2. How tall is Wilshire Grand Center?1,100 feet (335.3 m)
3. What is the location?Wilshire Boulevard and 7th, Figueroa, and Francisco streets, Downtown Los Angeles, California
4. What is the economic impact?Estimated development cost of $1.2 billion, contributing to urban revitalization
5. Why does the Wilshire Grand Center have a spire?The spire helps the building reach a record height and also helps it stay stable against wind and earthquakes.
6. What can you find inside the Wilshire Grand Center?Inside there are shops, offices, and a big hotel with 889 rooms, plus the tallest open‑air bar in the Western Hemisphere.

Seismic Activity: The shaking of the Earth's surface caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, often resulting in earthquakes.
Mixed-Use Development: A development project that blends residential, commercial, cultural, institutional, or industrial uses, providing multiple benefits and functionalities.
Class A Office Space: The highest standard of office buildings, characterized by prime locations, superior design, modern amenities, and high-quality finishes.