Chronology and Time-Related Vocabulary

The video tutorial explains the root word 'cron', derived from Greek 'Kronos', meaning time. It explores various English words containing 'cron', such as 'chronic', 'chronicle', 'chronology', 'chronometer', 'synchronize', and 'anachronism', detailing their meanings and usage with examples.

What is the origin of the root word 'cron'?

• Latin

• Greek

• German

• French

What does the word 'chronic' imply?

• Instantaneous

• Short-lived

• Temporary

• Long-lasting

Which word refers to a written record of events over time?

• Chronology

• Chronometer

• Chronicle

• Synchronize

What does 'chronology' study?

• The future

• The past

• The arrangement of events in time

• The measurement of time

Which word is used to describe a historical record?

• Chronicle

• Chronometer

• Chronology

• Synchronize

What is a 'chronometer' used for?

• Studying history

• Measuring time

• Recording events

• Synchronizing actions

What does it mean to 'synchronize'?

• To measure time

• To record events

• To make things happen at the same time

• To study the past

Which prefix means 'together' in the word 'synchronize'?

• Ana

• Chron

• Meter

• Sin

What does the root 'meter' mean in 'chronometer'?

• Time

• Measure

• Study

• Record

What is an 'anachronism'?

• A study of time

• A measurement tool

• Something out of its correct time period

• A historical record