Historiography Quiz: Concepts and Figures
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What does the Greek word 'Historia' mean?

  • Communication revolution
  • Historical accuracy
  • Inquiry knowledge acquired by investigation (correct)
  • Cultural pride

    • What was the primary motivation for Herodotus in writing 'The History'?

  • To preserve the remembrance of actions (correct)
  • To create myths of heroes
  • To analyze political power
  • To interpret the future

    • According to Lord Acton, what does he suggest about power?

  • Power is irrelevant in historical narratives.
  • Power should be embraced by leaders.
  • Power is necessary for progress.
  • Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely. (correct)

    • What does historiography study?

    <p>The influence of culture and personal allegiance on narrative history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be a consequence of heroic history, according to the content?

    <p>It leads to cultural isolation or self-righteousness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historian emphasized the importance of including the lives of the powerless in history?

    <p>Howard Zinn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Thomas Macaulay believe about historical accuracy?

    <p>It is incomplete without a wide scope of events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What core idea is expressed by George Santayana regarding history?

    <p>Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary aim of Benjamin Day when he launched the New York Sun?

    <p>To provide news at an affordable price for everyone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is associated with the New York Herald under James Gordon Bennet's editorship?

    <p>Detailed crime reporting and violent incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the New York Sun innovate in journalism concerning its content?

    <p>Incorporating bizarre and human interest stories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the rise in circulation of the New York Sun shortly after its launch?

    <p>Employing a significant number of newsboys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event inspired Morse to explore long-distance communication?

    <p>The tragic death of his wife</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Horace Greeley was known for promoting which of the following social causes through the New York Times?

    <p>Women's rights and labor unions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fate of the New York Sun by the year 1920?

    <p>It ceased publication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which significant contribution did Morse make to telegraphic communication?

    <p>He created Morse code based on letter frequency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of Morse's insight compared to previous inventors?

    <p>Practical application of existing technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Colonel James Webb view the emerging penny press like the New York Sun?

    <p>It was detrimental and filled with low-quality content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which significant news event did the New York Herald first report during the 19th century?

    <p>The defeat of General George Custer at Little Bighorn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did Morse patent his telegraphic system?

    <p>1837</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was Morse's first successful message sent via telegraph?

    <p>What Hath God Wrought</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these statements reflects the public perception of the telegraph in the mid-1800s?

    <p>It was expected to stimulate public mind and create unity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge did Morse face after patenting his telegraphic system?

    <p>Finding investors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant accomplishment in telecommunication established by 1866?

    <p>A successful transatlantic cable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Edmund Burke imply in his 1787 speech regarding the press?

    <p>The press is a powerful entity in society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did William Cobbett's actions during the late 1700s impact social reform?

    <p>He showed that the press could challenge authority despite risks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Thomas Jefferson's stance on the Sedition Act?

    <p>He argued it violated the First Amendment rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Hezekiah Niles known for in relation to the civil war?

    <p>Attempting to prevent the conflict through dialogue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the printing revolution affect book accessibility in the late 15th century?

    <p>It significantly lowered book costs and increased accessibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key outcomes of the printing revolution in terms of cultural movement?

    <p>It catalyzed the Renaissance and boosted humanism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the steam-powered printing press play in societal changes?

    <p>It marked the beginning of a media revolution affecting employment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a consequence of the printing revolution regarding scientific advancements?

    <p>It accelerated scientific discoveries and technical advancements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Whig history criticized for?

    <p>Overemphasizing successful revolutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the historians fallacy?

    <p>Assuming past societies had current knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was typical of the approach to journalism in the twentieth century?

    <p>Emphasis on American journalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impacts might technological revolutions have on communication history?

    <p>Overlapping effects on modern life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to early anthropologists, what was considered the primary factor driving civilization?

    <p>Technological progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Harold Innis' theory about media types related to civilization development?

    <p>Durable media encourages religious orthodoxy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes durable media from flexible media, according to the content?

    <p>Durable media is long-lasting and emphasizes time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a known limitation in the historical study of communication?

    <p>Underrepresentation of women and minorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the five major points the Hutchins Commission recommended society should demand from its press?

    <p>A representative picture of society's groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which newspaper was founded by Frederick Douglass and published during the 19th century?

    <p>North Star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event prompted the New York Times to face a libel lawsuit due to inaccuracies in an advertisement?

    <p>A full-page advertisement by Southern ministers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which press responsibility concerned the 'projection of a representative picture'?

    <p>To depict various societal groups fairly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which court decision stated that racially segregated schools were inherently unequal?

    <p>Brown v. Board of Education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the primary aims of the African American press starting with Freedom's Journal in 1827?

    <p>To fight against slavery and prejudice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did the Hutchins Commission criticize regarding the state of press freedom?

    <p>The influence of technology on traditional storytelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What movement involved nonviolent tactics such as bus boycotts and lunch counter sit-ins?

    <p>The Civil Rights Movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to Media and Society

    • Civilizations rise and fall due to communication revolutions, spurred by new technologies and human imagination.
    • History is an active investigation of past events and their lessons.
    • Historical perspectives change with new research, tools, and modern perspectives.

    Motivations for Historians

    • Historians seek to remember heroes and learn from past actions.
    • Herodotus aimed to preserve the actions of the Greeks and Barbarians to teach lessons.
    • Thucydides hoped his history of the Peloponnesian War would be useful.
    • Heroic history can foster cultural pride or isolation.
    • Santayana's quote: "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." emphasizes the importance of history in preventing past mistakes.

    Can History be Objective?

    • Historiography is the study of how cultural and personal allegiances might affect historical narratives.
    • Macaulay emphasized a comprehensive historical record, encompassing palace intrigues and significant battles.
    • Acton believed that power corrupts absolutely.

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    Test your knowledge on the fundamental ideas of historiography and key historians' viewpoints. This quiz covers significant concepts from Herodotus to modern interpretations of history. Challenge yourself with questions on the meanings and implications of historical narratives.

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