Past and Present

Grade 1 Social Studies Worksheet

Circle the answer.

1. 1.

   Look at the timeline. Which one came in the middle?

   • light bulb
   • candle
   • oil lamp
2. 2.

   Which one did people NOT have long ago?
3. 3.

   Look at the timeline. Which one came just after the horse?

   • train
   • airplane
   • car
   • horse
4. 4.

   People used the candle long ago. We use the light bulb today. What is the same?

   • Both are made of glass.
   • Both burn oil.
   • Both make light.
   • Both need a plug.
5. 5.

   Look at the timeline. Which one came just before the text message?

   • text message
   • video call
   • letter
   • phone call
6. 6.

   Which one did people NOT have long ago?
7. 7.

   Look at the timeline. Which one came in the middle?

   • pencil
   • feather pen
   • computer
8. 8.

   People used the letter long ago. We use the video call today. What is the same?

   • Both need a stamp.
   • Both send a message.
   • Both need a battery.
   • Both are very new.
9. 9.

   Look at the timeline. Which one came just after the wood stove?

   • gas stove
   • campfire
   • microwave
   • wood stove
10. 10.

    Which one did people NOT have long ago?