10 Questions
What is the traditional notion about the importance of dates in history?
dates are essential to understanding historical events
What is history about according to the passage?
finding out how things have changed over time
What prompts people to ask historical questions?
curiosity about the past
What is often taken for granted in the world we inhabit?
the things we see around us
What is the example of a historical question given in the passage?
all of the above
What is implied by the phrase ' moments of wonder'?
times of great curiosity
What is the significance of the example of watching someone sip a cup of tea at a roadside stall?
to show how people are curious about the origins of things
What is the main idea of the passage?
history is about finding out how things have changed over time
What is the author's attitude towards the traditional notion of history?
the author is critical of the traditional notion
What is implied by the phrase 'as if what we see has always been in the world we inhabit'?
we often take things for granted
How important are dates in history? Discover the significance of dates in understanding the past and the common misconception that history is just about memorizing dates. Learn how history is about changes over time.
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