Historical Thinking Skills

Which term refers to the process of comparing sources to ascertain their accuracy and reliability?

• Corroboration

• Critical Thinking

• Vocab

• Thematic Analysis

What ability allows Noah to deconstruct complex historical events into smaller categories to draw conclusions? (a)  

• Empathy
• Bias
• Analytical Skills
• Causation

What is the identification of themes or patterns within Abigail's family tree data?

• Thematic Analysis

• Historical Narrative

• Interpretation

• Perspective

Match the following sources or methods with the correct description of their role in historical analysis.

• Combining different sources of information to form a comprehensive understanding

• Secondary Source

• Interpretations and analyses based on primary sources

• Evidence

• Information used to support or refute a statement or belief

• Synthesize

• A document or physical object which was written or created during the time under study

• Primary Source

Match the following descriptions with their correct significance in the context of the invention of the internet.

• Relates to the terminology or specialized language

• Thesis Statement

• A concise summary of the main point or claim

• Vocab

• The importance or influence evaluated based on consequences and lasting impact

• Significance

• Describes an approach focusing on resolving specific issues

• Problem Based

What type of source is a diary from the 18th century?

• Primary Source

• Synthesize

• Secondary Source

• Evidence

The concept of historical empathy enhances understanding of past events by (a)   .

• ignoring the emotions and experiences

• focusing solely on the facts and data

• projecting modern values onto historical figures

• providing a deeper connection to history

Which term refers to the capacity to understand and feel what historical figures experienced, providing a deeper connection to them is known as (a)   .

• Interpretation
• Empathy
• Perspective
• Thesis Statement

(a)   is a structured account of historical events that provides insight into human actions and societal impact.

• Historical Narrative

• Perspective

• Interpretation

• Thematic Analysis

Match the following terms with their correct descriptions.

• A particular attitude towards or way of regarding something; a point of view.

• Vocab

• A method of identifying, analyzing, and reporting patterns within data.

• Perspective

• Combining various pieces of information to form a comprehensive perspective.

• Thematic Analysis

• The body of words used in a particular language.

• Synthesize