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Which century does the year 1914 belong to?

19th century

18th century

21st century

20th century (correct)

What is the century associated with the year 600 AD?

8th century

5th century

6th century (correct)

7th century

What does 'prehistoric times' refer to?

Period after the invention of writing

Time before 4000 BC

Time from AD 476 to 1492

Period before people invented writing (correct)

What is the approximate time range of the Middle Ages?

AD 476 to 1492 Signup and view all the answers

Which unit of time is NOT mentioned as suitable for dividing a timeline?

Weeks Signup and view all the answers

How should the timeline be divided to indicate BC and AD?

Horizontally Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a timeline includes a period not on scale?

A break symbol is added Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following periods is classified as 'modern times'?

AD 1492 to present Signup and view all the answers

What are two similarities between the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Greece?

Both had a system of government Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason for studying history according to the provided information?

To understand community development Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly defines history?

History encompasses true events of humans that have been recorded. Signup and view all the answers

How is the Christian calendar structured in relation to important historical events?

It begins with the birth of Jesus Christ Signup and view all the answers

What does 'BC' represent in the context of dating years?

Before Christ Signup and view all the answers

Which concept best describes the lasting tradition of eating mooncakes during the Mid-Autumn Festival?

Continuity, as the tradition has persisted over time. Signup and view all the answers

How is the A.D. period characterized according to the content?

The years after the birth of Jesus Christ Signup and view all the answers

How do the concepts of similarities and differences help historians?

They prevent over-generalizations about past experiences. Signup and view all the answers

In historical study, what does recognizing 'similarities' refer to?

Understanding common themes or experiences across different cultures. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'change' imply in historical study?

That there has been a significant break with previous conditions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly defines the concept of a century?

A span of 100 years Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best captures the importance of time in history?

Understanding the timeline of events is crucial to grasp historical narratives. Signup and view all the answers

How does the numbering work in the BC and AD systems?

In BC, larger numbers indicate earlier dates; in AD, smaller numbers indicate later dates. Signup and view all the answers

Which source would NOT be classified as a historical event?

I visited Disneyland Hong Kong last month. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the concept of 'continuity' play in understanding history?

It illustrates long-lasting practices and traditions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a decade in measuring time?

It measures 10 years Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to History Study

History is the study of the past, encompassing true events of human societies.
History can be categorized as personal, local, and world history.
Key concepts in history include:
- Change - signifies a break with the past
- Continuity - represents a phenomenon that persisted over time
- Similarities and Differences - help recognize patterns and diversity in historical experiences.
- Time - is crucial for understanding historical events and their sequence.

Why Study History?

Studying history allows us to understand the development of our community, country, and the world.
It helps us learn from past mistakes and appreciate the complexities of human experience.

Expressing Time in History

The Christian calendar is the most common method for counting years.
- BC (Before Christ) denotes the period before the birth of Jesus Christ.
- AD (Anno Domini) represents the period after the birth of Jesus Christ.
Decade (10 years), century (100 years) and millennium (1000 years) are also used to measure time.
Calculating Centuries
- In general, the AD 1st century covers the first 100 years after the birth of Jesus Christ (AD1-100).
- To determine the century of a year:
  - If the year is three digits, add 1 to the first digit.
  - If the year is four digits, add 1 to the first two digits.
- Exception: Years ending in "00" follow a different rule.
- AD600 belongs to the 6th century, and AD1900 belongs to the 19th century.

Divisions of Historical Time

Prehistoric Times: The period before the invention of writing.
Historic Times: The period after the invention of writing and is further divided into:
- Ancient Times (about 4000 BC – AD 476)
- Middle Ages/Medieval Times (AD 476-1492)
- Modern Times (AD 1492 – present)

Plotting Historical Events on a Timeline

Steps to Create a Timeline:
- Draw a horizontal line with arrows on both ends.
- Divide the timeline into BC and AD sections.
- Identify the earliest and latest dates for your timeline.
- Choose the time period you want to cover.
- Add a break symbol if necessary to indicate that a certain part of the timeline is not to scale.
- Decide on the units of time (days, months, years, centuries, etc.) to divide the timeline.
- Label dates and events on the timeline, ensuring they are placed accurately on the chosen scale.