Vocabulary
What is the type of question that does not have a simple or direct answer and requires some thought and investigation to answer?
compelling question
What do geographers study?
Geographers study natural features of the Earth and human-made features.
What is the main focus of historians?
Historians focus on records and interpreting the past.
This element of a map indicates the main topic and describes the area shown. What is it?
Title
What is an artifact?
An artifact is an object made or used by humans.
What is the process of exploring the answers to questions about a certain time and place?
inquiry
How do geographers help us understand ancient human societies?
They analyze maps and the environment to see how people lived and used resources.
How do historians gather information about the past?
They gather information from artifacts and written documents.
This diagram on a map helps you determine directions such as north, south, east, and west. What is this called?
Compass Rose
Give an example of an artifact that might be found by archaeologists.
Examples include tools, pottery, clothing, or coins.
before written history
prehistoric
What might a geographer create to show information about ancient civilizations?
They might create maps to illustrate where people lived and how they traveled.
What is the difference between a primary source and a secondary source?
A primary source is created during the time of the event, while a secondary source is created later by someone who was not present.
What is one purpose that cave paintings might have served?
They might have been part of rituals or used to record events.
How can artifacts provide clues about ancient cultures?
Artifacts can show how people lived, what they valued, and their daily activities.
the laws and regulations that determine how problems can be solved in response to social issues
public policy
What do archaeologists study to learn about the past?
They study artifacts, which are objects made or used by humans.
Why is it important for historians to be aware of bias in their sources?
Bias can affect the trustworthiness of the source and the interpretation of events.
What materials did prehistoric artists use to create cave paintings?
They used natural pigments made from minerals mixed with animal fat or vegetable oil.
Why is it important for historians and archaeologists to preserve artifacts?
Preserving artifacts helps us learn about and understand past societies.
What type of question is it that has a concrete answer based on factual information that can be researched and proven; supporting questions will help answer compelling questions?
supporting question
What kind of questions do archaeologists ask when they find artifacts?
They ask questions like who lived there, when they lived there, and what their lives were like and what objects did they use?
What is a hypothesis in historical inquiry?
A hypothesis is an educated guess based on evidence that answers a historical question.
What theories exist about why ancient peoples painted animals in caves?
Some theories suggest they painted animals to capture their magical powers or as part of spiritual beliefs.
What might the discovery of a spear thrower tell us about prehistoric hunting practices?
It suggests that prehistoric people had advanced tools for hunting and may indicate their techniques and diet.