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SS032 1st Lesson Flashcards

1
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History is derived from the word?

A

Historia

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2
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Where did the word historia come from?

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Greek

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3
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Knowledge acquired through inquiry or inveestigation

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History

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4
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account of the past

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History

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5
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History is conveyed through ______

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Written documents and historical Evidence

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6
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emphasizes that unless there is written proof of a historical event, it cannot be considered a factual part of history.

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No Document, No History

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7
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presents basic information about events

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Facutal History

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8
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Goes beyond facts, exploring the reasons and the manner events occurred

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Speculative history

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9
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2 types of history

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Factual history
Speculative history

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10
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study of historical writing

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Historiography

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11
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historians gather documents from libraries and archives to create descriptive or analytical narratives

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Historiography

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12
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History helps us comprehend our current circumstances by shedding light on past events

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Understanding the Present

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13
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Learning from history allows us to avoid repeating past errors and make informed decisions

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Avoid Mistakes

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14
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History reveals how nations interacted with other societies, fostering responsible citizenship

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International and comparative perspective

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15
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3 Relevance of History

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Understanding the present
avoiding Mistakes
International and comparative perspective

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16
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Understanding the context in which facts and historians Operate

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Context

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17
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Examining the historian’s approach

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Method

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18
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Analyzing different viewpoints

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Theory and perspective

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19
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We gain insights by considering (3)

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Context
Method
Theory and perspective

20
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ensures the authenticity of primary sources by VERIFYING their origin and material used

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External criticism

21
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is an essential way to understand people and societies

A

Studying History

22
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Understanding history is crucial for comprehending the present and anticipating the future.

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Studying History Helps Understand the Present

23
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By studying history we can UNCOVER the reasons behind significant events

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Studying History Helps Understand the Present

24
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Studying history allows us to better understand and appreciate cultural diversity.

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Studying History Helps Us Understand Different Cultures.

25
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Studying history enhances our awareness of social issues, enabling us to make informed decisions.

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Studying History Makes Us More Aware of Social Issues.

26
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we gain insights into the evolution of social issues and the reasons behind certain policies or laws.

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Studying History Makes Us More Aware of Social Issues.

27
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Studying history forsters the development of critical thinking skills, essential for problem-solving and decision-making.

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Studying History Develops Critical Thinking Skills.

28
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Through historical study, students learn to think independently and make rational judgements, a valuable skill applicable in many areas of life.

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Studying History Develops Critical Thinking Skills.

29
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Studying history helps us appreciate diversity in all its forms.

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Studying History Helps Us Appreciate Diversity.

30
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Studying history helps us make better decisions in the present day.

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Studying History Helps in Making Better Decisions.

31
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This evidence-based approach allows us to make more informed decisions, rather than relying solely on opinion or intuition.

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Studying History Helps in Making Better Decisions.

32
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Studying history helps develop essential research skills.

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Studying History Develops Research Skills.

33
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Students must conduct extensive research to complete their assignments and exams, requiring them to find reliable sources and use evidence-based arguments in their conclusions.

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Studying History Develops Research Skills.

34
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Studying history enhances our knowledge of world events and helps us understand how the past has shaped the present.

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Studying History Increases Knowledge of World events.

35
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This understanding allows us to make connections between different countries and cultures and recognize the consequences of our actions.

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Studying History Increases Knowledge of World events.

36
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By learning about the contributions made by people from diverse backgrounds throughout history, we gain an appreciation for the progress that has been achieved.

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Studying History Inspire A Sense of Pride.

37
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shared knowledge helps create a collective identity and provides individuals with something to be proud of.

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Studying History Inspire A Sense of Pride.

38
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We learn about the evolution of various societies and gain an appreciation for their unique customs and traditions.

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Studying History Enhances Cultural Awareness.

39
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It encourages students to ask questions and analyze evidence to form their own conclusions,

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Studying History Promotes Curiosity and Critical Thinking.

40
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By thinking outside the box, students gain a deeper understanding of various topics and devise creative solutions to problems

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Studying History Promotes Curiosity and Critical Thinking.

41
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By understanding how people have responded to various situations throughout history, we can navigate our own lives more effectively

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Studying History Teaches Lessons in Life.

42
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Studying history helps us build a connection to the past by understanding how our ancestors lived and worked.

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Studying History Builds A Connection To the Past.

43
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This recognition of our predecessors’ legacy and their sacrifices to improve life for future generations allows us to better appreciate the present

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Studying History Builds A Connection To the Past.

44
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It helps students interpret data, recognize patterns, and draw evidence-based conclusions.

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Studying History Strengthens Analytical Skills.

45
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Studying history encourages creativity by allowing us to explore different ideas and develop innovative solutions.

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Studying History Encourages Creativity.

46
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Studying history provides a sense of belonging by connecting us to our ancestors and exploring the stories of those who came before us.

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Studying History Provides A Sense of Belonging.

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