8 Questions
What is the study of inscriptions known as?
Epigraphy
What is the term used to describe the writing of a critical historical narrative?
Historiography
What determines the style of writing of a historian?
The conceptual framework adopted
Why can't a historian include every past event in their narrative?
Because the inclusion depends on the conceptual framework adopted
What was the primary purpose of ancient communities using means like cave paintings and storytelling?
To pass on the stories of the ancestors
Why were ancient societies not aware of historical time?
They were not aware of historical time, but they were eager to know about it
What is the study of coins known as?
Numismatics
What is the study of lineage known as?
Genealogy
Explore the various methods used in historical research, including Archaeology, Archival Science, and more. Learn about critically examining historical sources and writing a historical narrative. Understand the tradition of Historiography and its significance in historical research.
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