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What is the definition of history?
What is the definition of history?
The study and interpretation by a historian on the data and other sources of past human activity, people, societies, and civilizations leading to the present day.
What is the Greek word that history is derived from?
What is the Greek word that history is derived from?
History is the study of _______.
History is the study of _______.
the past
History only refers to events that have happened in the past.
History only refers to events that have happened in the past.
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What is expected from students in this course regarding primary sources?
What is expected from students in this course regarding primary sources?
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What is the end goal of this course?
What is the end goal of this course?
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History
- History refers to the study and interpretation of past human activity, people, societies and civilizations.
- History is based on past events and interpreted by historians.
- Historians gather, discard and interpret sources.
- History relies on historical sources, which refer to data and documents.
- History is the study of the life of people and humanity.
- History is also known as the study of the past.
- The word “history” is derived from the Greek word Historia which means “inquiry”.
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This quiz provides an overview of the study of history, focusing on its definition, significance, and the role of historians. Explore how history is interpreted through various sources and understand the importance of past events in shaping humanity. Perfect for those looking to grasp the essentials of historical inquiry.