YEAR 7 REVISION 2

What are monuments?

• Large buildings used for living and working in ancient times.

• Structures built to honor important events, people, or ideas from history.

• Small objects found during archaeological digs.

• Ruins of old cities and towns.
  

Why do historians sometimes disagree about what happened in the past?

• Because they like to argue with each other

• Because they have different opinions and interpretations of the evidence.

• Because they don't care about history at all.

• Because they are not qualified to study history.

What role do archaeologists play in understanding history?

• Analyzing historical texts
  

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  Studying ancient artifacts and remains
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  Creating fictional narratives about the past

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  Conducting surveys on current events
  

How does bias affect historical accounts?

• It ensures accuracy in historical narratives

• It introduces subjectivity and distortion

• It has no impact on the interpretation of events

• It improves objectivity in historical analysis

What is the difference between a primary and a secondary source?

• a. Primary sources are written by historians; secondary sources are from the time period.

• Primary sources are from the time period; secondary sources interpret and analyze those sources

• Primary sources are always more reliable than secondary sources.

• Secondary sources are written by eyewitnesses; primary sources are written by later generations.

How do historians use different perspectives in their analysis of history?

• They only consider one viewpoint for accuracy.

• They avoid diverse perspectives to maintain objectivity.

• They analyze events from multiple viewpoints to gain a comprehensive understanding.

• They prioritize the perspectives of powerful individuals.

Which is an example of a secondary source in history?

• Personal letters from the time period

• A newspaper article reporting on a historical event

• A photograph taken during the event

• Government records from the era

What is an artifact in the context of history and archaeology?

• A fictional representation of a historical object

• A tangible object made or modified by humans in the past

• A digital reconstruction of ancient structures

• A mythical item with historical significance

Why are artifacts important for understanding history?

• They have no relevance to historical analysis

• They provide direct evidence of past human activities and cultures

• They are only valuable for artistic purposes

• They are primarily used for decorative purposes

What is the purpose of an archive?

• a. To hide historical information

• To preserve and organize historical records and documents

• To create fictional narratives about the past

• To limit access to historical knowledge