Question 1: What happens to clocks when daylight saving time begins?
A They are set one hour forward
B They are set one hour back
C They stay the same
When daylight saving time begins, clocks are set one hour forward, typically at 2 AM local time. This change is often referred to as ‘spring forward’ because it takes place in the spring season. The purpose of this adjustment is to make better use of daylight during the longer days of spring and summer.
Correct Answer: They are set one hour forward
Question 2: Which country was the first to implement daylight saving time?
A United Kingdom
B Germany
C United States
Germany implemented daylight saving time on April 30, 1916, during World War I. The goal was to conserve energy by maximizing daylight hours and reducing the need for artificial lighting. The US, the UK, and other countries followed shortly after. While Benjamin Franklin is often credited with inventing daylight saving, the first real proposal came from New Zealand entomologist George Hudson in 1895.
Correct Answer: Germany
Question 3: What does ‘AM’ stand for in timekeeping?
A Ante meridiem
B Around morning
C After midnight
The Latin term ‘ante meridiem’ means ‘before midday.’ It refers to the period from midnight to just before noon. In contrast, ‘PM’ stands for ‘post meridiem,’ meaning ‘after midday,’ covering the time from noon to just before midnight.
Correct Answer: Ante meridiem