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The Origins of History

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Which term means inquiry or knowledge acquired by investigation?

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History (correct)

What does the Latin term 'historia' mean?

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Inquiry (correct)

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What does the Greek term 'historia' mean?

History

Knowledge

Inquiry (correct)

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History uses a ______ technique to examine and analyze a sequence of past events

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History is characterized with passion for ______

research/investigation Signup and view all the answers

History is characterized with ______ in documenting the discoveries

objectivity Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of history as an academic discipline?

<ol> <li>Passion for research/investigation</li> <li>Objectivity in documenting the discoveries</li> <li>Concern for the preservation of facts</li> <li>Ability to understand/interpret facts and pieces of information.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Why is objectivity important in documenting historical discoveries?

Objectivity is important in documenting historical discoveries because it ensures that the information is recorded without any bias or personal interpretation, allowing for a more accurate representation of the past events. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the ability to understand and interpret facts important in history?

The ability to understand and interpret facts is important in history because it allows historians to analyze the events, draw connections, and provide meaningful insights and explanations about the past. Signup and view all the answers