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

2. 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

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

4. What is culture?

5. 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”

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

7. 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

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

9. 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?
(LA Riots – 1992)

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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”)

14. 5 Themes
Movement- The way people, products, information and ideas move from one place to another

15. 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.

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