Meanings And Relevance of History

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What does the Greek word 'historia' mean?

Knowledge acquired through investigation (correct)

Ancient texts

Study of natural phenomena

Recording of important dates

According to traditional historians, what was the mantra they lived by?

History is subjective

Facts not required for history

Only written sources are valid

No document, no history (correct)

What did historians start using as historical sources due to the limitation of written documents?

Fiction books

Oral traditions and artifacts (correct)

Newspapers and magazines

Paintings and sculptures

In addition to dates and events, what else does the study of history involve?

Understanding the past to know the present Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of traditional historians' writings?

Lives of influential individuals Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'no document, no history' suggest about historical events?

Events without written proof are considered invalid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of history according to the text?

To find out what happened and why it happened Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a primary source in historical research?

Secondary sources Signup and view all the answers

Why is external criticism important in historical analysis?

To verify the authenticity of evidence by examining its physical characteristics Signup and view all the answers

Which type of sources are produced by authors using primary sources to study historical subjects?

Secondary sources Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of studying history according to the text?

To develop critical skills and understanding Signup and view all the answers

Why does good history correct misleading analogies and 'lessons' from the past?

To ensure accurate understanding of historical events Signup and view all the answers

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What does the Greek word 'historia' mean?

According to traditional historians, what was the mantra they lived by?

What did historians start using as historical sources due to the limitation of written documents?

In addition to dates and events, what else does the study of history involve?

What is the main focus of traditional historians' writings?

What does the phrase 'no document, no history' suggest about historical events?

What is the primary objective of history according to the text?

Which of the following is NOT considered a primary source in historical research?

Why is external criticism important in historical analysis?

Which type of sources are produced by authors using primary sources to study historical subjects?

What is the main purpose of studying history according to the text?

Why does good history correct misleading analogies and 'lessons' from the past?

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