This Excellent History Learner’s Book for Grades 10 – 11 has been planned and designed to prepare learners for the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) level History examination at the end of Grade 11. The approach followed in the planning and design of this Learner’s Book is based on the following assumptions: - History helps us interpret and understand the past. - History enables us to make sense of the present by unveiling the past. - Learners taking History as a subject need to master factual knowledge. - Success in History requires certain skills that enable debate, logical reasoning and decision-making. - Learners will be guided through the syllabus and will develop the skills required for success. - Quality control by means of continuous assessment is an integral part of teaching and learning. - Detailed explanation of events and ample opportunities for practice are essential for successful teaching and learning. The work in the book is divided into the themes included in the prescribed syllabus. Themes are divided into topics relating to the content included in the syllabus. Each topic is concluded by a summary of the work done in the topic and an end-of-topic assessment. These summaries and assessments will help learners to revise the work included in the topic and to monitor their own progress. We have grouped different types of questions in order to help learners master the different skills required. It is important to read and research beyond the confines of a textbook. Learners are encouraged to make use of the Internet and libraries wherever possible. The publisher and the authors of Excellent History Grades 10 – 11 wish leaners and teachers well. We believe that this Learner’s Book will guide you on a happy and successful journey to discover and master History in the Senior Secondary School Phase.