Geography: Research Methods and Historians
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Which ancient researcher is known for his work in geography and is often referred to as the 'Father of History'?

  • Ptolemy
  • Boplan
  • Herodotus (correct)
  • Rudnytskyi

    • What is the primary focus of research conducted by the geographer Boplan?

  • Investigating climatic changes
  • The development of cartographic techniques
  • Mapping and describing the lands of Ukraine (correct)
  • The study of ancient civilizations

    • Which method of research could be attributed to Rudnytskyi in the field of geography?

  • Astronomical observations
  • Oral histories and traditions
  • Field surveys and cartography (correct)
  • Janitor explorations

    • Which of the following best describes a common characteristic of the geographic research methods employed by Herodotus?

    <p>Integration of myth and anecdotal evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the geographic methods used by Boplan from those of Herodotus?

    <p>Boplan produced detailed maps based on firsthand observations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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