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Inventions which Changed History 1
The telephone and the television were both invented by Scotsmen.

Inventions which Changed History 1

How did clever ideas change the world? This KS1 History quiz explores inventions, like telephones and light bulbs, that helped people live, work and talk in new ways.

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Fascinating Fact:

The telephone let people talk over long distances. Families and friends could speak more easily.

In KS1 History, children learn how important inventions changed people’s lives. They find out who invented new machines, how they worked, and why they helped homes, schools and workplaces.

Key Terms

  • Invention: A new idea or machine that someone designs and makes to solve a problem or make life easier.
  • Telephone: A device that lets people speak to one another from far away by sending voices along wires or signals.
  • Communication: The way people share information, thoughts or feelings, for example by talking, writing, phoning or sending messages.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is an invention in KS1 History?

In KS1 History, an invention is something new that a person creates, such as a machine, tool or process, which helps people do things more easily or more quickly.

Why is the telephone an important invention?

The telephone is important because it lets people talk to each other in real time, even when they are far apart, which helps families, friends and businesses stay in touch.

What other inventions changed everyday life?

Other inventions that changed everyday life include the light bulb for indoor lighting, the car for travel, and the computer for storing information and sending messages quickly.

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3 .
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Author:  Angela Smith (Primary School Teacher & KS1 Quiz Writer)
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