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What concept did Michel Foucault introduce regarding history?
What concept did Michel Foucault introduce regarding history?
What was the primary focus of feminist historiography?
What was the primary focus of feminist historiography?
What significant shift did the Annales School bring to historiography?
What significant shift did the Annales School bring to historiography?
Who is credited with the foundational writings of feminism?
Who is credited with the foundational writings of feminism?
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What type of history did Foucault believe historians often overlooked?
What type of history did Foucault believe historians often overlooked?
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Which of the following best describes the approach of the Annales School?
Which of the following best describes the approach of the Annales School?
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In what way did Foucault's method differ from traditional historiography?
In what way did Foucault's method differ from traditional historiography?
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Which historical subjects did the scope of historiography expand to include, according to the content?
Which historical subjects did the scope of historiography expand to include, according to the content?
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What is the original Greek term for 'history' used by Herodotus?
What is the original Greek term for 'history' used by Herodotus?
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Which of the following impacts did René Descartes emphasize on the scientific method of research?
Which of the following impacts did René Descartes emphasize on the scientific method of research?
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What was the role of Gottingen University in the development of historiography?
What was the role of Gottingen University in the development of historiography?
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How did Voltaire contribute to the understanding of historiography?
How did Voltaire contribute to the understanding of historiography?
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Which of the following areas was considered equally important in historiography by Voltaire?
Which of the following areas was considered equally important in historiography by Voltaire?
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What historical event is referenced as having influenced the tradition of writing?
What historical event is referenced as having influenced the tradition of writing?
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Which of the following describes the main focus of traditional historical narratives in ancient societies?
Which of the following describes the main focus of traditional historical narratives in ancient societies?
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Prior to the eighteenth century, what main focus did European universities have in their discourses?
Prior to the eighteenth century, what main focus did European universities have in their discourses?
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Which philosopher is known for the idea of historical objectivity in the examination of social truths?
Which philosopher is known for the idea of historical objectivity in the examination of social truths?
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What method is modern historiography primarily based on?
What method is modern historiography primarily based on?
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Which characteristic does modern historiography NOT include?
Which characteristic does modern historiography NOT include?
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What major change occurred in European universities by the eighteenth century regarding the study of history?
What major change occurred in European universities by the eighteenth century regarding the study of history?
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Which tool was commonly used by ancient societies for preserving stories?
Which tool was commonly used by ancient societies for preserving stories?
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What significant contribution did René Descartes make to historiography?
What significant contribution did René Descartes make to historiography?
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How does history represent mankind's journey according to the content?
How does history represent mankind's journey according to the content?
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What was the date of the earliest known inscription mentioned?
What was the date of the earliest known inscription mentioned?
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What is the process called when a scholar writes a critical historical narrative?
What is the process called when a scholar writes a critical historical narrative?
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Which method studies coins as part of historical research?
Which method studies coins as part of historical research?
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What does the historian need to understand regarding historical events?
What does the historian need to understand regarding historical events?
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What do historical researchers critically examine based on the provided content?
What do historical researchers critically examine based on the provided content?
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Which of the following is NOT a method used in historical research?
Which of the following is NOT a method used in historical research?
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What influences the historian's inclusion and interpretation of historical events?
What influences the historian's inclusion and interpretation of historical events?
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Which of the following describes a process involved in the historical research method?
Which of the following describes a process involved in the historical research method?
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What is a primary focus of feminist historiography?
What is a primary focus of feminist historiography?
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Which aspect of women's lives was emphasized by feminist historiography?
Which aspect of women's lives was emphasized by feminist historiography?
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What aspect of historical information does the historian pay particular attention to?
What aspect of historical information does the historian pay particular attention to?
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Who is recognized as the founder of modern historiography?
Who is recognized as the founder of modern historiography?
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Which scholar wrote 'Archaeology of Knowledge'?
Which scholar wrote 'Archaeology of Knowledge'?
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Which concept is associated with Karl Marx in historiography?
Which concept is associated with Karl Marx in historiography?
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What did feminist historiography aim to challenge?
What did feminist historiography aim to challenge?
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What is one characteristic of modern historiography according to the content?
What is one characteristic of modern historiography according to the content?
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Why was historical research directed towards women's lives?
Why was historical research directed towards women's lives?
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What was Leopold von Ranke's primary contribution to historiography?
What was Leopold von Ranke's primary contribution to historiography?
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According to Friedrich Hegel, how is the meaning of historical events understood?
According to Friedrich Hegel, how is the meaning of historical events understood?
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Which aspect of historical presentation did Leopold von Ranke believe would change over time?
Which aspect of historical presentation did Leopold von Ranke believe would change over time?
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What did Ranke criticize regarding historical narratives?
What did Ranke criticize regarding historical narratives?
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What type of documents did Ranke consider vital for achieving historical truth?
What type of documents did Ranke consider vital for achieving historical truth?
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How did the contributions of Ranke influence historiography in the nineteenth century?
How did the contributions of Ranke influence historiography in the nineteenth century?
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What did Ranke’s method of historical research emphasize?
What did Ranke’s method of historical research emphasize?
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What is a major criticism of Ranke’s approach to historiography?
What is a major criticism of Ranke’s approach to historiography?
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Study Notes
Historiography: Development in the West
- Historical research involves understanding the past, its chronology, and interconnected events.
- In the natural sciences, empirical methods (experiments and observations) verify knowledge, leading to laws that hold true across time and space.
- Historical research can't replicate past events and lacks the same empirical basis. Documents need experts to interpret their authenticity, language, and style.
- Historians evaluate historical evidence critically and use established frameworks to understand the past.
- Historical writing (historiography) wasn't as common in ancient societies.
- The tradition of writing historical narratives (historiography) gradually developed.
- Cave paintings, storytelling, songs, and ballads preserved historical information in ancient societies, providing insights for modern historiography.
- Modern historiography features four key characteristics: scientific principles, anthropocentric questions, reliable evidence, and a narrative of human history.
Development of Scientific Perspective in Europe and Historiography
- European progress in philosophy and science during the 18th century led to a new emphasis on objectivity in history.
- Pre-18th-century European universities focused on divine phenomena.
- The Göttingen University (1737) marked a shift toward independent history departments and historical studies in European universities.
- Many scholars contributed to the development of historiography.
Notable Scholars
- René Descartes (1596-1650): Emphasized verifying historical documents through critical examination.
- Voltaire (1694-1778): Argued social and cultural contexts and everyday human experiences are vital in historiography. He considered broader aspects of human life, like trade and economics, as essential historical subjects.
- Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel (1770-1831): Proposed a dialectical approach (thesis, antithesis, synthesis) to understanding historical progress and events.
- Leopold von Ranke (1795-1886): Emphasized the use of original documents for historical research. Rejected imaginative interpretations and promoted factual accuracy.
- Karl Marx (1818-1883): Viewed history as driven by class struggles stemming from the relationship between social classes and the ownership of production. He said that history is about understanding the lives of people.
- Michel Foucault (1926-1984): Challenged traditional chronological approaches, emphasizing the importance of understanding historical transitions and less explored aspects of human experience, like psychology, medicine, etc.
Annales School
- A 20th-century French school of historiography that expanded the scope of history beyond political events.
- This approach incorporated everyday life.
- Scholars studied social, economic, and cultural influences.
Feminist Historiography
- Rewrote history from a woman's perspective.
- Explores women's experiences and agency throughout history.
- Investigates how women were portrayed and their roles in various aspects of society and culture.
Modern Historiography
- Modern historiography adopts a variety of approaches and perspectives.
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Explore the evolution of historiography in Western society and its distinct features compared to natural sciences. This quiz delves into the methods historians use to interpret past events and the significance of early narrative traditions. Understand how historical writing has developed over time and its impact on modern analysis.
