h Flashcards
(22 cards)
What is the Greek term for History?
Historia
Translates to ‘knowledge acquired through inquiry’.
Define History according to Burckhardt.
What one age finds worthy in another
What is the focus of the study of History?
Humanity
List the multisided aspects of History.
- Political
- Cultural
- Social
- Economic
What does the analytical approach in History involve?
Evaluating facts and trends
How does History relate to Political Science?
Studies governance systems through history
What does Sociology focus on in relation to History?
Community and culture formation
True or False: Studying History helps appreciate cultural heritage.
True
What is the difference between History and Historiography?
History studies past events; Historiography studies how history is written
What is Positivism in historical thought?
Empirical evidence (‘No document, no history’)
What is the significance of Zeus Salazar’s Pantayong Pananaw?
It promotes internal discourse for Filipinos
What are primary sources?
Firsthand evidence
Fill in the blank: _______ are examples of primary sources.
Diaries, maps, legal documents, photographs, newspapers
What is the purpose of internal criticism in evaluating historical sources?
Analyze content for truthfulness and reliability
List types of written primary sources.
- Narrative Sources
- Diplomatic Sources
- Social Documents
What do secondary sources do?
Interpret and analyze primary sources
What is the role of historians?
Interpret facts, establish timelines, analyze causes
Is objectivity easy to achieve in historical inquiry?
No, but methods ensure reliability
What is external criticism concerned with?
Authenticity and verification of historical sources
Fill in the blank: A _______ is a firsthand account of an event.
Primary source
What moral lessons can be learned from History?
Examples include Corazon Aquino’s revolution and Lapu-Lapu’s bravery
What does the study of Geography contribute to History?
Role of location in historical events
