5th Grade Wonders U3W5 Vocab

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What does 'intact' mean?

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Whole and complete; not damaged or altered.

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What are 'remnants'?

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Small pieces or parts of something that are left over.

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Who is a 'historian'?

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A person who knows a lot about history.

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What is an 'era'?

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A period of time or history.

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What does it mean to 'reconstruct'?

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To put back together.

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What is the significance of studying history?

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It helps us understand past events, cultures, and how they shape the present.

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What is a primary source in historical research?

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An original document or artifact created during the time being studied.

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What is a secondary source?

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A work that interprets or analyzes primary sources, such as textbooks or articles.

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What does 'archaeology' study?

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The study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts.

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What is the difference between 'history' and 'prehistory'?

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History refers to recorded events, while prehistory refers to the time before written records.