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Which type of source is characterized by being publicly available materials such as books and journals?
Which type of source is characterized by being publicly available materials such as books and journals?
What is a primary source that falls under the category of artifacts?
What is a primary source that falls under the category of artifacts?
Which of the following is NOT a type of secondary source?
Which of the following is NOT a type of secondary source?
What aspect is NOT considered in external criticism when evaluating the authenticity of a historical document?
What aspect is NOT considered in external criticism when evaluating the authenticity of a historical document?
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Which repository of primary sources is located outside the Philippines?
Which repository of primary sources is located outside the Philippines?
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What does the term 'mentifact' refer to in relation to artifacts?
What does the term 'mentifact' refer to in relation to artifacts?
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In the context of historical criticism, which of the following evaluates the reliability and bias of an author?
In the context of historical criticism, which of the following evaluates the reliability and bias of an author?
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What is a sociofact in the context of artifacts?
What is a sociofact in the context of artifacts?
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What was the main aim of the Tejeros Convention?
What was the main aim of the Tejeros Convention?
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Who was elected President during the Tejeros Convention?
Who was elected President during the Tejeros Convention?
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What was a significant outcome of Andres Bonifacio's leadership during the Tejeros Convention?
What was a significant outcome of Andres Bonifacio's leadership during the Tejeros Convention?
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Which of the following best describes the rivalry between the Magdiwang and Magdalo factions?
Which of the following best describes the rivalry between the Magdiwang and Magdalo factions?
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What role did Bonifacio play in the conflict between factions?
What role did Bonifacio play in the conflict between factions?
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What is the primary focus of historical method as defined in the content?
What is the primary focus of historical method as defined in the content?
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Which notable figure was a leader of the Katipunan in Cavite?
Which notable figure was a leader of the Katipunan in Cavite?
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What was one of the main disputes during the Tejeros Convention?
What was one of the main disputes during the Tejeros Convention?
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Study Notes
Historical Sources
- Published Materials: Publicly available resources like books, journals, and travelogues.
- Manuscripts: Handwritten or typed records, not formally published, like diaries and archival materials.
- Non-written Sources: Oral histories, artifacts, artworks, audio/video recordings.
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Primary Sources: Created by direct participants or witnesses.
- Types: Written sources (letters, documents), images (photographs, visual media), artifacts (objects made by participants), oral testimonies (interviews, speeches).
- Examples: Fossil remains, artifacts, maps, personal letters, official reports, court records, blogs.
- Repositories: National Archives, National Library, Ayala Museum, university libraries (e.g., UP, Ateneo) in the Philippines. Library of Congress (USA), Archivo General de Indias (Spain) outside the Philippines.
- Secondary Sources: Analyze and interpret primary sources (e.g., history books).
Historical Criticism
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External Criticism (Authenticity Tests):
- Document Date: Identify anachronisms (e.g., objects/technologies from a different time).
- Author: Verify handwriting, signatures, and seals.
- Style: Check for outdated language, spelling, and punctuation.
- Event References: Verify timing for accuracy.
- Provenance: Ensure legitimate custody of documents.
- Semantics: Analyze word meanings.
- Hermeneutics: Explore multiple interpretations of ambiguous texts.
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Internal Criticism (Credibility Tests):
- Author's Identification: Assess reliability, bias, and knowledge of the author.
- Date Approximation: Verify timelines for accuracy.
- Truthfulness: Evaluate witness competence and proximity to events.
- Corroboration: Cross-check information with independent sources.
Applications of Historical Criticism
- Used in fraud detection, archaeology, journalism, and legal studies.
Artifacts, Sociofacts, and Mentifacts
- Artifact: Physical objects representing culture (e.g., tools, art).
- Sociofact: Social practices and traditions tied to artifacts.
- Mentifact: Cultural beliefs or values linked to artifacts.
- Examples: Air-conditioning unit (artifact), changed living conditions in hot climates (sociofact), symbol of comfort or survival (mentifact).
Tejeros Convention (March 1897)
- Background: Conflict between Magdiwang and Magdalo factions of the Katipunan.
- Purpose: Resolve differences and unify leadership during the revolution.
- Key Events: Initial discussions concerning governance, Emilio Aguinaldo's election as President and disputes regarding Bonifacio's position, Bonifacio declaring the results invalid, increased tensions between factions leading to weakness in unity.
- Aftermath: Magdalo leaders secretly took oaths of office; increased tension due to unity weakening, seeds of dissent leading to the Magdiwang vs. Magdalo rivalry.
- Magdiwang vs. Magdalo Rivalry: Magdiwang claiming priority as initiators of the revolution.
Historical Method
- Definition: A systematic approach to examining historical accounts.
- Importance: Solves contemporary problems, reveals historical trends, and highlights cultural interactions.
- Content vs. Context: Content refers to the information in a document; Context refers to the surrounding factors influencing meaning.
- Notable Historical Figures : Santiago Alvarez (Kilad ng Apoy) (Leader in Cavite), Teodoro Agoncillo (Renowned Filipino Historian).
Tejeros Convention in Depth
- Assembly and Key Figures: Convened on March 25, 1897, led by Jacinto Lumbreras (Magdiwang). Attendees: Andres Bonifacio, Mariano Alvarez, Baldomero Aguinaldo, Daniel Tirona, etc.
- Main Topics: Government Type (Magdiwang: Katipunan structure, Magdalo: Revolutionary government), Elections and Disputes, Aftermath (Bonifacio declaring the results null and void), Additional Context (internal conflict in Cavite, Magdiwang and Magdalo Rivalry).
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Explore the different types of historical sources including published materials, manuscripts, oral histories, and artifacts. This quiz covers the distinctions between primary and secondary sources as well as the various repositories where these materials can be found. Test your understanding of how historians analyze and interpret these sources.
