Vietnamese History Quiz: Trần Hưng Đạo High School

Functions of History

• History has multiple functions, including science, social, and educational aspects.
• It is a combination of science, research, and education.

Concept of Historical Perception

• Historical perception refers to human understanding of the past, which can be re-presented or described in different ways.
• It is not just a description of past events, but also an understanding of the past through various representations.

Characteristics of Historical Perception

• Historical perception cannot fully reflect the actual historical reality.
• It is not always objective and independent of the actual historical reality.

Functions of History (Continued)

• History has functions such as:
  • Educating thoughts, feelings, and morals.
  • Drawing lessons from experiences for life.
  • Restoring past historical events.
• However, contributing to predicting the future of the country is not a primary function of history.

Test your knowledge of Vietnamese history with this quiz from Trần Hưng Đạo High School's study guide for the first semester of the 2023-2024 school year. The quiz covers the functions of historical study, historical cognition, and more.