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How does the study of history primarily rely on the role of a historian?
How does the study of history primarily rely on the role of a historian?
- Through the creation of fictional narratives about the past.
- Through the interpretation of sources from the past. (correct)
- By solely accepting historical data without question.
- By ignoring any sources that contradict common beliefs.
What is the etymological origin of the word "history?"
What is the etymological origin of the word "history?"
- Latin word 'Historia' meaning story.
- Greek word 'Historia' meaning inquiry. (correct)
- French word 'Histoire' meaning record.
- English word 'History' meaning past events.
Which of the following best illustrates a primary source in historical research?
Which of the following best illustrates a primary source in historical research?
- A textbook chapter on the Renaissance.
- A diary entry from a soldier during World War I. (correct)
- A documentary film about World War II.
- A modern biography of Julius Caesar.
What characteristic defines a secondary source?
What characteristic defines a secondary source?
Which type of historical source is most likely to provide an overview of a topic without original interpretation?
Which type of historical source is most likely to provide an overview of a topic without original interpretation?
How do oral statements contribute to the understanding of history?
How do oral statements contribute to the understanding of history?
In historical research, how are relics primarily useful?
In historical research, how are relics primarily useful?
What is the primary purpose of numerical records as historical sources?
What is the primary purpose of numerical records as historical sources?
How do images, as historical sources, contribute to the study of the past?
How do images, as historical sources, contribute to the study of the past?
Which of the following is a key distinction between primary and secondary sources?
Which of the following is a key distinction between primary and secondary sources?
Flashcards
History
History
The study and interpretation by a historian of data and sources from past human activity, people, societies, and civilizations leading to the present day.
Primary Source
Primary Source
A testimony from someone who participated in or directly witnessed an event; created during the time under study.
Written Sources
Written Sources
Written or printed materials produced in one form or another sometime in the past.
Numerical Records
Numerical Records
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Oral Statements
Oral Statements
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Relics
Relics
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Images
Images
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Secondary Source
Secondary Source
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Tertiary sources
Tertiary sources
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Study Notes
History
- History refers to a historian's study and interpretation of data and sources from the past including human activity, people, societies, and civilizations that have led to the present day.
- Etymologically, the word history comes from the Greek word "Historia," which means inquiry.
Sources of History
- There are three kinds of sources: primary, secondary, and tertiary.
Primary Sources
- A primary source is a testimony from someone who participated in or directly witnessed an event.
- It's a document or physical object written or created during the time that is being studied.
Five Main Categories of Primary Sources
- Written Sources are written or printed materials.
- Numerical Records include any type of numerical data in printed or handwritten form.
- Oral Statements include statements made orally by an eyewitness.
- Relics are objects whose physical or visual characteristics can provide some information.
- Images includes photographs, posters, paintings, drawing, cartoons, and maps.
Secondary Sources
- Secondary sources interpret and analyze primary sources.
- Secondary sources are usually written by individuals who did not experience the events firsthand.
Tertiary Sources
- Tertiary sources is also called a reference work.
- It gives an overview of information gathered from primary and secondary sources.
- Tertiary sources do not provide original interpretations or analysis.
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