History Unit Introduction

Inquiry or an account of one's inquiries.

Prehistory is the time before people developed the art of writing, while history is the study of the past beginning from when writing and recording started.

History is a systematic study because historical study follows established rules, procedures, and standards.

<p>The primary purpose of dating in history is to organize past events according to their sequence of occurrence by using calendars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To discuss the main objectives of studying history and evaluate the place of Africa and Ethiopia in human evolution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Primary sources are information from an account of the past that is known or proven to be true.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Monuments, tools, ornaments, artifacts, inscriptions, weapons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Identifying historical facts from opinion and distinguishing between facts and opinions requires critical thinking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Historiography studies how knowledge of the past is attained and transmitted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Studying history helps us know about the past, understand the present, and foresee future developments. It also allows us to understand national and international issues, including democratic principles and nationalism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>History helps us live our lives as conscious citizens actively participating in shaping our future.</p> Signup and view all the answers