C.H.E.G.G. Quiz Review

What is History? History- The study of events from the past Archaeologist – a person who studies human history using artifacts Artifact- a human-made object

Culture- The way of life of a group of people Can you think of ways that your culture influences your life?

What is culture?

What is Geography? Geography- the study of the earth, including climate, natural resources, landforms, and the division of land into continents and countries “Geo” comes from Latin and means “the Earth”

Landforms- Features of the earth Mountains Rivers Lakes Oceans Islands Deserts Peninsula Archipelago Canyon Plains Delta Plateau

Climate- Weather conditions over a long period of time Climate- Weather conditions over a long period of time. This includes temperature and rainfall. Examples: Desert Rainforest Tundra Subtropical Temperate Forest

What is Economics? Economics- production, distribution, and use of goods and services The study of how people meet their needs

Government A government is a body that has the power to make and enforce laws within an organization or group. Why do we need government? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P43WZd611WA (LA Riots – 1992)

Market Economy Decisions made by individuals (what to make, sell and buy) supply and demand Based on trade and competition Also called free markets or capitalism Some government regulation (laws, taxes) USA, Great Britain, Canada, France, and Japan have a market economy

Command Economy Central government alone makes decisions Also known as communism No incentive to work harder Dictates lives of individual workers Manages all elements of production China, Cuba, Vietnam, and North Korea are the world’s major communist countries

Traditional Economy based on agriculture Most families in a traditional economy only grow enough for themselves Traditional economies are usually poor. The people concentrate on survival, not making money Usually found in 3rd world countries Bangladesh and Ivory Coast still have traditional economies

How do we keep track of history? Timelines are a common way to keep track of history. Humans started keeping track of time in Year 1. Years before Year 1 are referred to as B.C.E (Before the Common Era) Years after Year 1 are referred to as C.E.(Signaling the start of the Common Era). You may also hear this called A.D. (which stands for Anno Domini and means “the First Year”)

5 Themes Movement- The way people, products, information and ideas move from one place to another

Monarchy 2 Types: Absolute Monarchy- The ruler has all of the power and is not limited by laws. 2) Constitutional Monarchy- The ruler has power, but laws are in place to make sure the ruler does not abuse their power.

Elements of culture Language Shelter Clothing Economy Religion Celebrations Education Values Climate Government/Laws Recreation/Entertainment Music/Dance