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What was Thucydides' primary contribution to the field of history?
He introduced the concept of objective reporting and avoided supernatural explanations.
What approach did Thucydides take in gathering information for his historical account?
He interviewed people who had directly experienced the events, particularly soldiers.
How did Thucydides approach the analysis and interpretation of historical events?
He provided detailed observations and based his analysis on cause and effect.
What distinguishes Thucydides' writing style from other historians of his time?
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What was the impact of Thucydides' failure to prevent the fall of Amphipolis?
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What was Thucydides' background and social status?
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