Global Timekeeping

Worksheet Description

This worksheet centers around the concept of the International Date Line (IDL) and its significance in global timekeeping. It presents a series of questions aimed at testing the student’s knowledge about the IDL’s characteristics, its relationship to the Prime Meridian, and the implications of crossing it. The sheet also touches on the broader subject of world time zones and seeks to understand the student’s grasp on the daily events related to Universal Coordinated Time (UTC).

The worksheet’s objective is to educate students on the intricacies of the International Date Line and its role in global chronology. It aims to reinforce their understanding of the IDL’s geographical alignment, its deviation from the Prime Meridian, and its unique zig-zagging path. Through the questions, students are encouraged to think about the consequences of crossing the IDL in different directions and the broader implications for travelers. Additionally, the worksheet provides a platform for learners to explore the broader topic of time zones, prompting them to recognize the structure and organization of time across the world.