F3U1 Genealogy Vocabulary Challenge

During a family reunion, Michael asked his grandmother about their family's history. Why is oral history important in genealogy?

• Oral history is a method for documenting financial transactions.

• Oral history is only relevant for cultural studies.

• Oral history is primarily used in scientific research.

• Oral history provides firsthand accounts and personal stories that enrich family history.

During a family reunion, Abigail was curious about her family's history. She asked her grandmother, "What is the definition of genealogy?"

• Genealogy is the analysis of economic trends.

• Genealogy refers to the classification of plants and animals.

• Genealogy is the study of historical events.

• Genealogy is the study of family ancestry and lineage.

Nora is researching her family's history for a school project. She wants to create a visual representation of her ancestors and their connections. Explain what a family tree represents.

• A family tree represents the financial status of family members.

• A family tree represents the relationships and lineage of family members.

• A family tree shows the geographical locations of family members.

• A family tree is a type of plant used in gardening.

During a family reunion, Luna learned about her great-grandfather, who immigrated to the country many years ago. What does the term ancestor refer to?

• A person from whom one is descended.

• A type of plant or animal.

• A distant relative with no connection.

• A historical figure of great importance.

Rohan is fascinated by his family's history and decides to explore his ancestry. Which term describes a person like Rohan who studies family history?

• Anthropologist

• Genealogist

• Historian

• Archaeologist

Rohan learned about his family's past during a school project. What does the term heritage refer to?

• Heritage is a type of traditional clothing.

• Heritage refers to the geographical location of a family.

• Heritage is the cultural, historical, and familial legacy passed down through generations.

• Heritage refers to the physical possessions of a family.

Oliver is a young man who recently lost his grandfather. His grandfather had a large estate and left behind a will. What is the meaning of the term heir?

• A person entitled to inherit from another upon their death.

• A person who manages a property during someone's lifetime.

• A term for a family member who has no claim to assets.

• A legal document outlining inheritance rights.

In the context of genealogy, Samuel is researching his family tree. He wants to understand the term 'descendant' as it relates to his lineage.

• A descendant refers to all ancestors of a person.

• A descendant is someone who shares a common ancestor but is not a direct offspring.

• A descendant is a distant relative, such as a cousin or aunt.

• A descendant is a direct offspring of an ancestor, including children and further generations.

What does the term lineage refer to in the context of Zoe's family history?

• Lineage refers to a person's social status.

• Lineage is the line of descent from an ancestor.

• Lineage is a type of family business.

• Lineage refers to the geographical location of a family.

What does the term lineage mean?

• A method of cooking

• Lineage means descent from an ancestor; ancestry.

• A historical event

• A type of plant species