Exploration
Why did explorers come to the Americans?
Who were the colonist fighting against?
Great Britain (England)
What do we call a drawing of the Earth or part of the Earth that shows land and water?
A map
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
Name one way transportation today is different from transportation long ago.
Today we have cars, airplanes, and trains; long ago people walked, rode horses, and used wagons.
What country sent many explorers to find new lands?
Spain (England or France)
What was one reason the colonists were angry with Britain?
High taxes without representation.
What are the four main cardinal directions?
North, South, East, West
Who is known for sailing across the Atlantic Ocean in 1492?
Christopher Columbus
How did the invention of trains change how people traveled and traded?
Trains allowed people and goods to travel faster and farther.
What does "independence" mean?
Being free from another country's control.
What is the name of the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemisphere?
The Equator
Who helped write the Declaration of Independence and later became President?
Thomas Jefferson
Why did people in the past often live closer to where they worked than people do today?
They had limited transportation and could not travel long distances easily.
How did new tools like compasses help explorers?
They helped explorers navigate and travel more safely.
Why was it difficult for the colonists to fight the British army?
The British army was stronger and better trained.
How do mountains affect how people live in an area?
They can make travel difficult, affect weather, and limit where people can farm or build homes.
Who was the Native American leader who worked to help Native tribes and protect their land?
Sacagawea
How did new tools and machines change the kinds of jobs people had over time?
Machines made jobs easier or faster and created new kinds of jobs.
How did exploration change life for Native Americans?
It bought new goods but also disease, conflict, and loss of land.
How did winning the Revolutionary War change the colonies?
They became an independent country.
Why are rivers important to cities and settlements?
They provide water, transportation, food, and help with trade.
Who was the leader of the British army during the American Revolution?
King George lll
How did changes in communication (letters -> phones -> internet) affect how people shared information?
Information could be shared faster and with more people over time.
How did exploration lead to new trade between Europe and the Americas?
Explorers brought new goods, plants, animals, and resources between continents.
Why was the Declaration of Independence an important document?
It explained why the colonies wanted freedom and declared independence from Britian.
How does climate influence the type of clothes people wear and homes they build?
People wear and build things suited to the weather, such as warmer clothes in cold climates and lighter clothes in hot climates.
Why is George Washington remembered as an important leader beyond being President?
He helped lead the colonies to victory in the American Revolution and set an example for future presidents.
Why do traditions stay the same even though technology changes?
Traditions are importance to culture and values, even when daily life changes.