What Makes a City a 'Capital'?

A capital is the most important city in a country. It's where leaders work and make decisions. Sometimes it's chosen because of its size, or because it has a special meaning for people in that country. For example, Rome was a capital because it was once the center of a big empire.

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Rome became the capital because it was once the center of a big empire.
A new city can become the capital if leaders choose it to be fair for everyone in the country.
Sometimes, capitals are moved when the old one becomes too crowded or not powerful enough.

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