Christianity becomes official religion of Roman Empire.
1340 AD 221 BC
First Qin emperor unifies China.
900 AD
Most Mayan cities in decline (South America).
0 632 AD Death of Muhammad. 1000 2000
Black Death reaches Europe.
1789 AD French Revolution. 1500 AD
World sea exploration begins.
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The oldest fossil in the world is over 4.2 billion years old!
CONSIDER THIS When you have completed this chapter, discuss the following points with your partner, in small groups or with your class.
1. What is history and why is it important? 2. What does it mean to be a historian? 3. What skills do I need to develop if I want to be a good historian? 4. What are the challenges I will face as I learn about history? 5. What are the kinds of jobs a historian does?
My Portfolio See Sources & Activity Book pages 12 – 22 for linked activities.