Woolwich

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.

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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. How many people live in Woolwich?Estimated population of around 30,000 residents
2. What language do people speak in Woolwich?English is the primary language spoken
3. What is Woolwich famous for?Woolwich is a town in southeast London on the River Thames. It was famous for building ships and making weapons for the navy.
4. Why was Woolwich important to the Crown?Because of its spot on the Thames, ships could travel easily. This made Woolwich a key place for the navy and defense.

Maritime Power: A nation's strength and influence derived from its control and use of the sea and shipping.
Ordnance: Military weapons and ammunition, particularly large guns and their projectiles.
Post-Industrial Decline: The economic and social consequences that occur when a region's industries close down or move elsewhere.
Urban Regeneration: The process of improving and redeveloping older parts of a city or town to make them more economically viable and attractive.