Name __________________________

Due on:

What Is History?

Your Job: Talk to at least 2 adults (a parent, neighbor, relative, friend’s parent, daycare provider) and ask them the following questions:

v What is history to you?

v Why is learning about history important?

v In your opinion, name one of the most important persons or events in the past 30 years in the United States.

Write down their responses on the space provided below. Be prepared to share your answers with the class tomorrow.

Name of Adult #1_______________ How do you know this adult?_________

What is History to you?

Why is learning about history important?

In your opinion, name one of the most important persons or events in the past 30 years in the United States.

Name of Adult #1_______________ How do you know this adult?_________

What is History to you?

Why is learning about history important?

In your opinion, name one of the most important persons or events in the past 30 years in the United States.