Key Definitions & Core Concepts
This is the study of past events and people.
What is History?
These letters stand for "Before Christ" and refer to events that occurred prior to the birth of Jesus Christ.
What is B.C.?
This is a group of families or people living together who share the same customs and beliefs.
What is a Tribe?
In this system of government, citizens participate by electing representatives to make decisions and laws for them.
What is a Republic?
This is the study of the Earth, including its land, water, and people.
What is Geography?
These letters stand for "Anno Domini," which means "in the year of our Lord".
What is A.D.?
This is a large group of people who share the same government, language, and customs.
What is a Nation?
This form of government occurs when one person holds complete control and power.
What is a Dictatorship?
This term describes the way of life of a group of people, including their beliefs, customs, food, and art.
What is Culture?
If an event occurred more than 2,000 years ago before the year 1, this time period label would be used.
What is B.C.?
This key feature distinguishes a nation from a tribe by uniting a large group under a single system of rule.
What is a shared government (or language/customs)?
In this type of government, a king or queen holds complete authority to make all decisions for the people.
What is an Absolute Monarchy?
Name all three foundational areas of study that explore past events, Earth's physical features, and human ways of life.
What are History, Geography, and Culture?
This time period label is used to refer to all the time following the birth of Christ.
What is A.D.?
While both share customs, this group structure specifically consists of a smaller collection of families living together.
What is a Tribe?
Contrast an Absolute Monarchy with a Republic based on who holds the power to make laws.
What is: In an Absolute Monarchy, a king or queen holds all power, while in a Republic, elected representatives make the laws?