Historical Source Criticism Quiz

Study Notes

Historical Methods

"No document, no history" was the mantra of traditional historians
External criticism involves verifying evidence by examining its physical characteristics
Internal criticism involves examining the truthfulness of evidence

Sources of History

Historians rely heavily on three types of sources: primary, secondary, and tertiary sources
Primary sources are original materials, secondary sources are interpretations of primary sources, and tertiary sources are compilations of primary and secondary sources

Pre-Colonial Philippines

Filipinos already had their own culture and beliefs before the arrival of the Spaniards
Dowries were given by men to women's parents, and if the parents were alive, they enjoyed the use of it

Historical Figures

Antonio Pigafetta was a Venetian scholar from Vicenza, Italy
Ferdinand Magellan led an expedition to the Philippines, sponsored by King Charles I, as part of the first voyage around the world

Philippine History

The Cry of Rebellion was a significant event in which the tearing of cedulas (community tax certificates) was a notable act
Friars were instructed to supervise and monitor the activities of the gobernadorcillo (municipal governor)

History and Interpretation

Historians record and interpret history
Facts alone cannot speak for themselves; interpretation is necessary to make sense of the past

Description

Test your knowledge of historical source criticism with this quiz. Explore the concepts of external and internal criticism, the importance of historical sources, and the different types of sources. See how well you understand the principles that guide historians in evaluating evidence and constructing historical narratives.