Name:______________________________________ Date:____________________
Directions: Children in the 1800s used and saw items that differ from the items we use today. Match the items below that children used in the past to the items children use today.
Life in the 1800s
1. 
__________ Cobbler- A man who made and repaired shoes
2. 
__________Slate- An implement used by school children to write on and do school work
3. 
__________Quill and Ink Well- An tool used by school children to write
4. 
__________Horse and Buggy: A means of transportation
5. 
__________Oil lamp- A source of light in the evenings
6. 
__________Sack: Used to carry books and belongings
7. 
__________Corn Husk Doll- an early toy for children
8. 
__________Ladle: A utensil used to scoop water from the rain barrel
Life in the 2000s
A. 
Water Fountain
B. 
Shoe Store
C. 
Backpack
D. 
Notebook
E. 
Computer Games
F. 
Pens and Pencils
G. 
Car
H. 
Light Bulb
I.
Rain Barrel
Answer Key
1. B
2. D
3. F
4. G
5. H
6. C
7. E
8. A
