Chapter 1

1.     In the Gregorian calendar, what do “B.C.” and “A.D.” mean? How are they used in dating events?

1.     Historians use eras to divide large blocks of time. What are the four eras and which era do we live in?

1.     Why do you think historians have different interpretations of historical facts?

1.     How can the study of history help us make decisions about the future?

1.     Why should you avoid using modern ideas to evaluate a historical event?

1.     What does a historian do?

1.     What are 2 examples of a primary source? What are 2 examples of a secondary source?

• Primary – Letters, diaries

  Secondary – Biographies, Encyclopedias

• Primary- Math book

  Secondary- scinece book

• Primary- history books

  Secondary - newpapers about science