Questions and Answers
What term refers to events arranged in time order?
chronology
What does the term chronic mean?
lasting a long time
What word means to coordinate?
synchronize
What term is used for a history?
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What does chronological refer to?
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What is the term for something out of place in time?
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What does the term chronometer refer to?
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Study Notes
Greek and Latin Root: CHRON (Meaning 'Time')
- Chronology: Refers to the arrangement of events in the order they occurred over time.
- Chronic: Describes a condition or illness that persists for a long duration, often indicating ongoing severity.
- Synchronize: The act of coordinating events or actions to occur at the same time, ensuring they are in harmony or alignment.
- Chronicle: A detailed and factual account of historical events in the order they took place, often compiled into a narrative form.
- Chronological: Pertaining to the arrangement of events in the sequential order of occurrence; used for organizing historical data.
- Anachronism: An occurrence or representation of elements that are misplaced in time, often seen when something appears that belongs to a different era.
- Chronometer: A precise instrument, like a watch or clock, designed for measuring time accurately.
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Description
Explore the Greek and Latin root 'CHRON', which means 'time'. This quiz covers various terms derived from this root, including chronology, chronic, and synchronize, and explains their meanings and applications. Test your understanding of how these words relate to the concept of time.
