Exploring Key Moments in World History
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A medium difficulty History worksheet on various topics for grade 7 students. Includes questions on Historical Events and Figures, Historical Concepts and Movements, Historical Analysis and Primary Sources.
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Exploring Key Moments in World History
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Exploring Key Moments in World History
History
Instructions: Read each question carefully and provide your answers in the space provided. For multiple-choice questions, circle the correct option. For short-answer questions, write your responses clearly. Use the primary source provided for analysis in question 8. You have 30 minutes to complete this worksheet.
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Historical Events and Figures
Questions about important events and notable figures in history.
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1. Who was the first Emperor of China, known for unifying the country and beginning the construction of the Great Wall?
[2 marks]AQin Shi Huang
BGenghis Khan
CConfucius
DSun Tzu
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2. Briefly explain the significance of the Magna Carta of 1215.
[3 marks]3.
3. Which ancient civilization is known for developing the earliest form of writing called cuneiform?
[2 marks]AEgyptians
BSumerians
CMaya
DRomans
B
Historical Concepts and Movements
Questions about ideas, movements, and societal changes.
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4. What was the primary goal of the Renaissance movement that began in Italy during the 14th century?
[3 marks]2.
5. The Industrial Revolution led to major changes in society. Name one positive and one negative effect of this period.
[3 marks]C
Historical Analysis and Primary Sources
Analyze the primary source excerpt provided.
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6. Examine the primary source excerpt below and answer the questions:
"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."
— Declaration of Independence, 1776
What does this excerpt tell us about the ideals of the American Revolution?
[3 marks]2.
7. How does the excerpt reflect the values of the Enlightenment?
[3 marks]D
Global History and Cultural Exchanges
Questions about interactions between different cultures and regions.
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8. Look at the image below of the Silk Road map. Why was the Silk Road important in world history?
[3 marks]2.
9. Which empire is famous for establishing the first known postal system and extensive road networks in South America?
[2 marks]AInca Empire
BAztec Empire
CMaya Civilization
DTiahuanaco
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Historical Thinking Skills
Questions to develop analysis and critical thinking skills.
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10. Why is it important to analyze primary sources when studying history? Provide one reason.
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