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What does the word 'history' derive from?
Greek word 'histor' meaning inquiry or knowledge from inquiry.
Which of the following is NOT a branch of social sciences?
What are primary sources?
Original items that provide evidence about the past.
What is historical revisionism?
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Historicism allows historians to ignore the values of the age being studied.
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What does positivism in history advocate?
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Which of the following statements is true about secondary sources?
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HISTORY = _____ STORY
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Historical distortion involves providing accurate accounts of history.
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Match the following historical terms with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Introduction to History
- Origin of the term "history" from the Greek word "histor," meaning "inquiry" or "knowledge from inquiry."
- Studies the human past, creating narratives of past events significant to mankind.
- Functions as a chronological record, providing both artful narrative and scientific analysis.
- Considered a branch of social sciences.
Issues in History
- Concept of "HISTORY = HIS STORY" highlights the subjective nature of historical narratives.
- Addresses the importance of social memory in preserving past events.
- Emphasizes the need for accurate reporting and understanding causation in historical events.
- Critiques the presentation of history and its potential biases.
Points of View in History
- Idealism: Focuses on ideas behind historical events, suggesting historians can reinterpret the past.
- Historicism: Emphasizes the value of understanding past events within the context of their time.
- Relativism: Asserts that all historical perspectives are valid, rejecting absolute truths.
Importance and Use of History
- Offers a sense of personal and social identity.
- Aids in understanding contemporary issues by learning from past mistakes.
- Good history counters misleading analogies and teaches critical thinking skills.
- Promotes tolerance and open-mindedness, enriching understanding of human behavior.
Theoretical Assumptions in the Study of History
- Positivism: Advocates for an objective approach based on empirical evidence to claim historical truths.
- Postcolonialism: Concerns former colonies in defining national identities in light of colonial history and critiquing colonial influences.
Sources of History
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Primary Sources:
- Original documents from the time period under investigation.
- Includes firsthand accounts like personal journals, letters, and artifacts, serving as the foundation for historical research.
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Secondary Sources:
- Analysis or commentary based on primary sources.
- Includes history books, articles, and other narrative forms that synthesize and interpret past events.
Concepts of Historical Analysis
- Historical Revisionism: Reinterpretation of historical narratives based on validated facts and evidence.
- Historical Distortion: Manipulation of history to align with personal agendas, often involving disinformation.
Checking Authenticity and Reliability of Primary Sources
- External Criticism: A method employed to assess the authenticity of historical documents and accounts.
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Description
This quiz covers Lesson 1 of the Preliminary Examination Reviewer in GEPLH, focusing on the Introduction to History. It explores the definition of history, its significance as an inquiry into the human past, and its dual nature as both an art and a science within the social sciences. Test your understanding of these foundational concepts.
