6TH SOCIAL SCIENCE - WHAT IS HISTORY? - 1- T1

6th Social Science - What is History? (Term 1)

1. What does the Greek word “Istoria” mean?

Writing records Learning by enquiry Reading books Ancient buildings

Correct! "Istoria" means learning by enquiry.

Incorrect. The correct answer is: Learning by enquiry.

2. What is the full form of AD?

After Date Ancient Day Anno Domini Another Date

Correct! AD stands for "Anno Domini".

Incorrect. The correct answer is: Anno Domini.

3. What are rock paintings?

Paintings drawn on rocks by ancient people Drawings on paper Maps of old kingdoms Wall paintings in palaces

Correct! Ancient people drew rock paintings to record their activities.

Incorrect. The correct answer is: Paintings drawn on rocks by ancient people.

4. In which era do we live now?

BCE BC Before Christ CE

Correct! We live in the Common Era (CE).

Incorrect. The correct answer is: CE (Common Era).

5. Why did ancient people draw on rocks?

To decorate caves To mark territory To record their activities To pass time

Correct! They wished to record their daily life and events.

Incorrect. The correct answer is: To record their activities.

6. What does BCE stand for?

Before Common Era Before Christian Era Before Cultural Era Before Calendar Era

Correct! BCE stands for Before Common Era.

Incorrect. The correct answer is: Before Common Era.

7. What does CE mean?

Christian Era Common Era Century Era Cultural Era

Correct! CE stands for Common Era.

Incorrect. The correct answer is: Common Era.

8. Where did ancient people live?

In huts In palaces In villages In caves

Correct! Ancient people lived in caves.

Incorrect. The correct answer is: In caves.

9. History helps us understand __________.

Only the present Only the future The past, present and future Only the past

Correct! History helps understand past, present, and future.

Incorrect. The correct answer is: The past, present and future.

10. The study of history begins with __________.

Enquiry Answers Conclusion Judgement

Correct! History begins with enquiry and investigation.

Incorrect. The correct answer is: Enquiry.