What is history?
What does chronology mean?
The order of events in time
Where did most early civilisations develop?
Near rivers
What battle took place in 1066?
Battle of Hastings
Which country did King Rama V rule?
Thailand
What were Japanese warriors called?
Samurai
What is the difference between the past and the present?
Past = already happened, present = now
Give one reason rivers helped civilisations grow
Water, farming, transport
Give one reason William won the Battle of Hastings
Leadership, tactics, army strength
Give one reform introduced by King Rama V
Government, education, slavery reform
Who were the daimyo?
Powerful landowners
What is a timeline used for?
To show events in order
Why did early civilisations develop in India?
Fertile land, rivers, trade
What problem did William face after becoming king?
Rebellions / control of England
Why did Rama V reform the civil service?
To improve efficiency and control
Name one role in Japanese society
Farmer, artisan, merchant
Why is chronology important in history?
Helps understand order, change and development
How did geography influence civilisations?
Resources, protection, farming
How did castles help William control England?
Defence and intimidation
How did modernisation help Thailand stay independent?
Strengthened country against colonisation
Why were samurai important?
Military protection and power
How can historians find out about the past?
Using sources, evidence, archaeology
Why might historians disagree about Korea’s development?
Different interpretations of evidence
Which factor was most important in William’s victory?
Accept justified answers (e.g. tactics, leadership)
Which reform was most important and why?
Accept justified answers
What is one similarity between Japanese and European societies?
Social hierarchy / structured system