Historical Context

_____ is the study of past events or the whole series of past events connected with someone or something

Historical context includes: (Check all that apply.)

• social history

• political history

• cultural history

• personal history

Personal history affects how a person hears new information.

• False

• True

Personal and shared histories are always interacting and affecting how people see themselves and each other.

• False

• True

Historical context has no impact on how speakers and listeners communicate.

• False

• True

A history can be personal (private and even secret) or _____ with other people.

Communication can fall flat [if even] one of the members neglects the _____.

When you "set the scene" to establish historical context, you should: (Check all that apply.)

• Tell why you are speaking.

• Avoid discussing past events connected to your topic.

• Tell the reason for your speaking.

• Communicate your understanding of past events connected to your topic.