Basic 7 Midterm History Quiz

What is the origin of the word 'History'?

• French word 'Histoire'

• Arabic word 'Tareekh'

• Latin word 'Historia'

• Greek word 'HISTORIA'

Who is referred to as the 'God father of history'?

• Plato

• Herodotus

• Thucydides

• Socrates

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of concrete history?

• Imaginary

• Discoverable

• Memorable

• Well interpreted

What is a primary source of history?

• A textbook

• A documentary film

• An eyewitness account

• A historical novel

Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?

• A government document

• An artifact

• A biography

• A diary entry

What is the main purpose of history according to the text?

• To create fictional stories

• To analyze past events

• To document events

• To entertain

Which of the following is a tertiary source of history?

• A newspaper article

• A personal letter

• A history textbook

• An oral tradition

What is one way to access sources of history mentioned in the text?

• Through social media

• Through digital public libraries

• Through television programs

• Through personal interviews

How does history benefit society?

• By providing entertainment

• By shaping future events

• By creating fictional narratives

• By promoting individualism

What does history help individuals understand?

• The environment

• The future

• The society

• The economy