How to analyse a source's historical context

What is one of the six analysis skills needed for studying history?

• Historical context

• Quantitative analysis

• Geographical mapping

• Literary critique

Which analysis skill is focused on understanding the audience of historical sources?

• Audience

• Perspective

• Motive

• Origin

Why is it important to consider historical context when studying past events?

• To confirm the accuracy of historical sources

• To modernize old beliefs and opinions

• To understand past perspectives without modern bias

• To judge past actions by today's standards

What does historical empathy allow us to do?

• Focus solely on modern perspectives

• Understand past attitudes without judgment

• Change historical narratives

• Ignore the context of historical events

What is the first step in identifying the historical context of a source?

• Researching the background of the creator

• Determining when it was created

• Analyzing the language used

• Identifying where it was created

Why is the location where a historical source was created important?

• It helps in translating the source

• It is necessary for citation purposes

• It determines the authenticity of the source

• It influences the language and content of the source

What should you consider about the events mentioned in a historical source?

• Only events that influenced the creation of the source

• All events occurring globally at the time

• Events that the creator personally experienced

• Events that are only politically significant

What type of research is often necessary when analyzing historical sources?

• Statistical analysis of historical data

• Future predictions based on past events

• Genealogical research

• Background research on relevant events

What prompted Roosevelt to use the term 'righteous might' in his speech?

• The election results of 1941

• The signing of a peace treaty

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The start of World War II

In the context of Roosevelt's speech, what does 'onslaught' refer to?

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Legislative changes

• Economic policies

• Military attack