(EOC) Understanding Historical Analysis

What is the first step in analyzing the credibility of historical sources?

• Determining the age of the source

• Evaluating the length of the source

• Assessing the popularity of the source

• Checking the perspective of the author

Which of the following is NOT a factor in assessing the credibility of a source?

• Bias of the author

• The qualifications and reputation of the author

• The color of the source material

• Agreement with other credible sources

What role do eyewitness accounts play in historical analysis?

• They are only used if they are over 100 years old

• They are considered unreliable and seldom used

• They provide direct evidence of past events

• They are used to determine the color of historical artifacts

How do historians use the evidence they gather?

• To predict future events

• To memorize dates and events

• To create fictional stories about the past

• To support or refute assertions made by others

Which of the following is NOT a source of evidence used by historians?

• Documents

• Artifacts

• Modern technology predictions

• Historical sites

What is the significance of comparing evidence from various sources?

• To choose the easiest source to understand

• To focus solely on the most recent sources

• To refine explanations of past events

• To find the most entertaining story

Why is it important for historians to cite their sources?

• To show where they found their information

• To make their writing more complex

• To confuse readers

• To make their work longer

In studying historical events, what relationship do historians analyze?

• The relationship between technology and happiness

• The relationship between different colors used in art

• Friendships between historical figures

• Cause-and-effect relationships