Historical Inquiry and Skill Development Flashcards
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What is history?
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History is the study of past events, including or impacting people. This is done through the interpretation of evidence.
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Types of Evidence
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Primary Evidence - comes from the time period of the event directly
Secondary Evidence - materials based on primary Evidence
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Problems When Examining Evidence
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- Distortion
- Fragmentation
- Perception
- Bias
4
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What are direct causes in history?
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They are the one event that must happen so that the event happens. They usually happen last in a chain of causes, from indirect to direct.
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What are indirect causes in history?
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Events that contribute to the event happening and spark the direct cause as a whole. These generally include social, economic, environmental, and political implications (SEEP).
