
Maps and Dates Study Quiz
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
If a year is labeled as 100 BC, which year comes next?
101 BC
99 BC
99 AD
100 AD
Answer explanation
Years count down in BC (Before Christ). After 100 BC, the next year is 99 BC, as we move closer to AD (Anno Domini). Thus, 99 BC is the correct answer.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does AD stand for?
After Death
Anno Domini
After Dawn
Anno Deity
Answer explanation
AD stands for 'Anno Domini', which is Latin for 'in the year of our Lord'. It is used to denote years in the Gregorian calendar, specifically those after the birth of Jesus Christ.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is the year 1215 written in a historical context?
1215 BC
AD 1215
1215 CE
Both b and c
Answer explanation
The year 1215 is written as AD 1215 or 1215 CE, both indicating the same year in the Common Era. Therefore, the correct answer is both b and c.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The term "circa" means what?
Exactly
Around
After
Before
Answer explanation
The term 'circa' is used to indicate an approximate date or time, meaning 'around' a certain period. It is commonly used in historical contexts to denote estimates.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a century?
A period of 50 years
A period of 100 years
A period of 500 years
A period of 10 years
Answer explanation
A century is defined as a period of 100 years. This distinguishes it from other time periods, such as decades (10 years) or half-centuries (50 years). Therefore, the correct answer is a period of 100 years.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The year 2024 is in which century?
20th century
21st century
22nd century
19th century
Answer explanation
The year 2024 falls within the range of 2001 to 2100, which defines the 21st century. Therefore, the correct answer is the 21st century.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is another term for BC?
AD
BCE
CE
AC
Answer explanation
BC stands for 'Before Christ', and its equivalent term is BCE, which means 'Before Common Era'. Both terms refer to the same time period in history.
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