Understanding Time and Clocks

This video tutorial for second graders introduces the concept of telling time, focusing on both digital and analog clocks. It explains the difference between AM and PM, and how these relate to daily activities. The tutorial also covers how to read time to the nearest five minutes on both types of clocks, emphasizing the importance of understanding time in daily life.

Why is it important to know how to tell time on an analog clock?

• Because it looks cool

• Because it is a skill that helps in daily life

• Because it is on our phones

• Because it is in our classroom

Which of the following is NOT an example of a digital clock?

• Microwave clock

• Apple Watch

• Wall clock with Roman numerals

• Digital alarm clock

What does 'AM' stand for?

• After Midnight

• Ante Meridiem

• Ante Morning

• After Morning

What time of day does 'PM' cover?

• From midnight to noon

• From noon to midnight

• From morning to evening

• From evening to morning

At what time does the day switch from AM to PM?

• 6 PM

• Midnight

• 6 AM

• Noon

If it is 3 PM, what part of the day is it?

• Evening

• Afternoon

• Morning

• Night

What is the shorthand on an analog clock called?

• Tick hand

• Hour hand

• Second hand

• Minute hand

How many minutes are there in one hour?

• 90 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 45 minutes

• 60 minutes

If the minute hand is on the 1, how many minutes past the hour is it?

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 1 minute

• 15 minutes

What time is it if the hour hand is on 3 and the minute hand is on 6?

• 3:00

• 3:15

• 3:30

• 3:45