Tools of History and Geography
What tool is used to show the geographic features of an area, often using symbols and colours?
Map
Which ancient civilisation is known for building pyramids and developing hieroglyphics?
Ancient Egyptian civilisation
What term describes the movement of people from one place to another with the intention of settling permanently in the new location?
Migration
What is the holy book of Islam called?
The Quran
What is the capital city of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
Which line divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
Equator
Which river valley was the birthplace of the ancient Egyptian civilisation?
The Nile River Valley
Give one reason why people might migrate to a new country.
Education, employment, persecution, drought, sea levels rising
Which religion celebrates Diwali, the festival of lights?
Hinduism
Which river is the longest in the world?
The Nile River
What term describes the relationship between humans and their environment, including how they adapt to and modify it?
Human-environment interaction
Name one technological advancement made by ancient Mesopotamians that would help the design of bicycles today.
The wheel
Which group of people migrated to England after World War II to help rebuild the country?
The Windrush Generation (Caribbean immigrants)
In which religion is the practice of meditation important?
Buddhism
What ancient structure in Rome was used for gladiator contests and public spectacles?
The Colosseum
What type of map shows the boundaries and names of countries and cities?
Political Map
What type of shelters did early humans live in during the Paleolithic Age?
Caves
What was one reason the Irish migrated to England in the 19th century?
The Great Famine (or Potato Famine)
What is the Jewish day of rest and worship called?
Shabbat (or Sabbath)
What ancient city, often called the "Lost City of the Incas," is located high in the Andes Mountains of Peru?
Machu Picchu
What are the five themes of geography?
Location, Place, Human-environment interaction, Movement, and Region
How did the ancient Greeks contribute to modern governance?
They developed the concept of democracy.
How has immigration influenced the culture of Great Britain?
By introducing new foods, traditions, and cultural practices
Name one way religious beliefs can shape a person's identity.
Through their values and behaviours
What is the name of the trade route that connected China with the Mediterranean Sea, facilitating cultural and economic exchange?
The Silk Road