Ancient Egypt
What river was essential to Ancient Egyptian life?
The Nile River
What system organised society into kings, nobles, knights, and peasants?
Feudalism (the feudal system).
What is the name of the musical about the American Revolution and a Founding Father of America?
Hamilton
What is one behaviour that helps everyone learn in class?
Listening, staying on task, respecting others, or participating.
When did Ms Selff start teaching at Arndell?
Last year
What were Egyptian rulers called?
Pharaohs
What was a knight expected to do for their lord?
Fight in wars, protect land, and show loyalty.
What year did WW1 start?
1914
Why is it important to bring equipment to class?
It helps you stay organised and ready to learn.
What is one of Ms Selff's hobbies?
K-pop, Reading, History (I'll take it)
What type of writing system did the Ancient Egyptians use?
Hieroglyphics
What was a manor in medieval Europe?
A lord’s estate that included farmland, villages, and peasants’ homes.
What was the name of the French Queen who said "Let them eat cake"?
Marie Antoinette
What are THREE things you can do if you don’t understand the work?
Reread instructions, ask a peer, ask the teacher.
What is Ms Selff's Golden Rule?
Do not speak while I or a peer are speaking.
Who was the Pharaoh who "won" the battle of Kadesh?
Ramesses II
How did the Black Death affect medieval society?
It killed many people and caused labour shortages and social change, destroying the feudal system
What is the name of the day we celebrate every year on the 11th of November? (Hint: Poppy)
Remembrance Day
What does “academic honesty” mean in history?
Doing your own work and not copying or plagiarising.
How many dogs does Ms Selff have?
2 - Esha and Molly
What was Ma’at in Ancient Egyptian belief?
The idea of balance, order, and justice.
What did Charlemagne do?
He united most of Western and Central Europe and was the first Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. He spread Christianity, Education, and Peace.
What American President led the American Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
What does it mean to have "Integrity"?
To uphold honesty, responsibility, and respect in all we do.
Where did Ms Selff go during the holidays?
Japan