History Overview and Theories
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History Overview and Theories

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What does the study of history incorporate?

  • Geography, literature, aesthetics, sociology, economics, and political science (correct)
  • The future predictions of societies
  • Only political science
  • Only economics and sociology

    • The study of history focuses only on the experiences of a single gender.

    False

    What is the meaning of the term 'historiography'?

    The study of the writing of history and different interpretations of historical events.

    The term 'historia' in the etymology of history denotes _____ and inquiry.

    <p>asking questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>History = The study and interpretation of past human activity Historiography = The writing of history and its interpretation Etymology = The study of the origin of words Inquiry = The act of seeking information or questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What perspective does Herstory aim to provide in history?

    <p>A feminist perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cyclical views of history suggest that events occur in a linear fashion.

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

    Who envisioned four great ages of man culminating in the scientific enlightenment?

    <p>Francois-Marie Arouet/Voltaire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Augustine of Hippo believed that history was the unfolding of the plan of _______.

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

    Match the following historical perspectives with their descriptions:

    <p>Cyclical View = History recurs regularly Great God View = History as divine plan Marxist View = Class struggles lead to change Great Mind View = Driving force of history is ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept suggests that history is driven by human ideas?

    <p>Great Mind View</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Marxist historians believe that history is a sequence of class struggles that always leads to peace.

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

    According to the Greeks, who did they regard themselves better than?

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

    Who is considered the foremost proponent of the economic view in history?

    <p>Karl Marx</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the economic view, ideas are the primary drivers of historical progress.

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

    What does gender history focus on?

    <p>the perspective of gender in historical events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Historical revisionism is often associated with the use of propaganda by those who hold _____ in society.

    <p>political dominance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Michel Foucault suggest about the victors of social struggles?

    <p>They can revise history to favor their agenda.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the economic view, the production and exchange of goods and services are the basis of all _____ structures.

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

    Match the following historical perspectives with their descriptions:

    <p>Economic View = Focuses on economic factors as primary determinants Gender History = Examines history from the perspective of gender Foucault's View = Suggests the victors control historical narratives Nietzsche's View = Believes history has no beginning or end</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors are mentioned as determinants in history aside from economic factors?

    <p>geographic factors, wars, religion, race, climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the provenance of a document help to establish?

    <p>The credibility of the source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Historians should only rely on a single witness to verify events.

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

    What is one method historians use to establish the credibility of an author?

    <p>By comparing the author's other works or testimonials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ability of a source to tell the truth is one aspect historians examine concerning the ________ of the eyewitness.

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

    Match the following terms with their meanings:

    <p>Provenance = Origin of the document Credibility = Trustworthiness of the source Eyewitness = Person who directly saw the event Independent testimony = Verification from multiple reliable sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a test of authenticity?

    <p>Comparison with fictional works</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A historian can trust a witness based solely on their personal attitude.

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

    Provide an example of a primary source that could be tested for authenticity.

    <p>Rizal’s poem 'Sa aking mga kabata'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in analyzing a primary source according to the content?

    <p>Look for corroboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bias can only be strongly positive.

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

    What does the term 'historical empathy' refer to?

    <p>Understanding the past without judging it by modern standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To determine historical context, one should look at when the source was made, where it was created, and what __________ occurred at that time.

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

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Corroboration = Looking for agreement between sources Bias = Prejudice in the information provided Historical context = The time period and circumstances surrounding a source Audience = The intended recipients of the information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of bias mentioned?

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

    What is a cause in the context of historical analysis?

    <p>A person or thing that makes something happen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Investigating the intended audience and purpose is unnecessary for historical analysis.

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

    Study Notes

    History

    • The study of past human activities, societies, and civilizations.
    • It incorporates geography, literature, aesthetics, sociology, economics, and political science.
    • It aims to be inclusive - ensuring the experiences of all groups, regardless of class, region, ethnicity, race, or gender.

    Etymology of History

    • "Historia" - meaning "inquiry" or "investigation".
    • Denotes an investigation of the past conducted by a trained person.
    • History must be based on all available and relevant evidence.

    Theories of History

    • Cyclical View - Events recur regularly and have a cyclical nature. This theory originates from the history of ancient Greece.
    • Great God View - History is a plan unfolding as intended by a divine being. This view originated with the Sumerians, Babylonians, and Egyptians, later adopted by the Greeks and Romans.
    • Great Mind View - The driving force of history is people's ideas. This is linked to the belief that all questions should be settled within their cultural and social context.
    • Economic View - Economic factors are the most important determinant of history. The production and exchange of goods and services are the foundational principles of social structures.
      • Karl Marx is the most prominent proponent of this view, highlighting the impact of material conditions on ideas.
    • Marxist - History is a series of class struggles, culminating in a worker's revolution.
    • Gender History - Examines the past from a gendered perspective. It investigates how historical events and periodization uniquely affect women compared to men.

    Other Views of History

    • Friedrich Nietzsche - History has neither a beginning nor an end.
    • Michel Foucault - Victors in social struggles use their political power to suppress the defeated adversary's version of history in favor of their own propaganda. This can lead to historical revisionism.
    • Geographic factors, wars, religion, race, and climate are all elements that historians acknowledge as influential in shaping history.

    History and the Historian

    • A Historian is an expert or student of history.

    Duties of a Historian

    • Test of Authenticity:
      • Determine the approximate date of the document.
      • Identify the author, examining their background, reliability, and consistency.
      • Assess the author's personal attitudes, biases, and potential for exaggeration.
    • Test of Credibility:
      • Determine the provenance or custody of the document, tracing its origins and history.
      • Examine the mental processes of the witness.
      • Look for corroboration between sources – if multiple independent sources agree on the same event, it increases the likelihood of its accuracy.
    • Content Analysis:
      • Analyze the historical context of the document, considering the time, place, and events surrounding its creation.
      • Identify specific language and its intended audience.
      • Recognize and analyze any biases in the document.

    Contribution and Relevance of Documents

    • Identifying Causes and Consequences: Understanding the causes and consequences of historical events.
    • Historical Empathy: Understanding the past without applying modern standards to judge it.
    • Establishing a Grand Narrative: Documents help to understand and interpret the broader narrative of Philippine history.
    • Finding Corroboration: Using documents to verify and strengthen the information gathered from other sources.

    Content Analysis of Historical Documents

    • Background of the Author/Creator: Provide a biographical sketch of the author, including their status, political persuasion, cultural background, religion, or education.
    • Intended Audience: Identify the audience for whom the document was created.
    • Historical Context: Analyze the historical context of the document, considering the time, place, and events surrounding its creation.

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