ss032 1st Lesson (from FA) Flashcards
History, derived from the Greek word “historia,” refers to knowledge __________________ through inquiry or investigation.
Aquired
History encompasses the study of the _____________, allowing us to understand how events and actions have shaped the present and continue to influence our future.
past
History is the ________________________, whether related to an individual or a group of people.:
account of the past
The adage “NO DOCUMENT, NO HISTORY” emphasizes that unless there is ____________________ of a historical event, it cannot be considered a factual part of history.
Correct: documented proof
When historians construct history by simply presenting basic information about events, that type of history is called _________________.”
Factual History
When historians construct history going beyond facts, exploring the reasons (why) and the manner (how) events occurred, that type of history is called _________________.”
Speculative History
Whenever historians engage in ________________________, they gather documents from libraries and archives to create descriptive or analytical narratives to provide essential evidence for understanding the past.
Historiography
History serves as a trajectory linking the past, present, and future, empowering us to learn from the past and ________ accordingly to shape a better tomorrow.
act
Which of the following does not refer to the relevance of history?
History helps us comprehend our current circumstances by shedding light on past events.
Learning from history allows us to avoid repeating past errors and make informed decisions.
History reveals how nations interacted with other societies, fostering responsible citizenship.
History allows us to unquestioningly memorialize the great achievements and sacrifices of our heroes for our freedoms.
History allows us to unquestioningly memorialize the great achievements and sacrifices of our heroes for our freedoms.
In attaining better understanding of history, we gain insights by considering context, which involves examining the historian’s approach.
True or False
False
In attaining better understanding of history, we gain insights by considering theory and perspective, which involves analyzing different ___________________.
viewpoints
In better understanding of history, external criticism ensures the ___________________ of primary sources by verifying their origin and materials used.
authenticity
History serves as a _________________ linking the past, present, and future, empowering us to learn from the past and act to shape a better tomorrow.
trajectory
“Through a study of history, we can understand why certain events have happened and gain an understanding of the current political and social issues.” This statement primarily indicates that:
Correct: Studying History Helps To Understand the Present.
“Studying history enables us to learn about how people lived in the past and why they did certain things that may seem strange today.” This statement primarily indicates that:
Studying History Helps Us Understand Different Cultures.