CRQs and ERQs
What is Social Science?
Answer: Social science is the study of people, their societies, cultures, and how they live together.
What is Natural Science?
Answer: Natural science is the study of the natural world, such as plants, animals, the earth, and the universe.
Give one example of a subject in Social Science.
Answer: History is a subject of social science.
Give one example of a subject in Natural Science.
Answer: Biology is a subject of natural science.
State one main difference between Social Science and Natural Science.
Answer: Social science studies human life and society, while natural science studies nature and the physical world.
Differentiate between Social and natural sciences.
| Natural Science | Social Science |
|---|---|
Studies the physical world (nature, matter, and energy). | Studies human society and relationships between people. |
Includes Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, Astronomy. | Includes Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, History. |
Always uses the scientific method (experiments, observations). | Uses scientific and other methods (interviews, surveys, analysis). |
Careers: doctors, engineers, biologists, chemists, astronomers. | Careers: lawyers, teachers, journalists, historians, politicians. |
Social Studies provides opportunities for students to develop the attitudes, skills, and knowledge that will enable them to become active, informed, and responsible citizens. In light of this statement, describe any two reasons that show the importance of studying Social Studies.
Understanding Society:
Social studies help students learn about their culture, history and the way society work. This knowledge makes them aware of their identity and role in the community.
Becoming Responsible Citizens: