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A. Multiple Choice: read the statements and encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. Sources are something that informs us about history. What do you call a source that is original and contains
important information through which historians depend in order to create a depiction of the past?

a. Historical Revisionism
b. Historical Distortion
c. Historical Sources
d. Historical Criticism

2. Primary sources are first-hand, contemporary accounts of events created by individuals during that period of
time. That is why, history is not a gossip. Which among the following statement is not true?

a. History is based on facts and not opinion.

b. History is about the truth, not based on lies, and fiction.
c. History is a science and a discipline.
d. History is not systematic and has no methodology.

3. We conduct historical research to establish and develop new discoveries in the field of history. Which of the
following is not true?

a. To spot fabricated, forged, faked documents.

b. To apply lessons from the past to current problems.
c. To avoid the mistakes of the past.
d. Ta spread false information and manipulate the truth.

4. It is stated that primary sources are those produced simultaneously as the event, period, or subject being
studied. Which of the following DOES NOT REFER to primary sources?

a. Historical and legal documents, eyewitness accounts, and results of experiments.

b. Newspapers or popular magazines, book or movie reviews.
c. Statistical data, pieces of creative writing, audio and video recordings.
d. Interviews, surveys, and fieldwork.

5. The use of primary sources exposes students to important historical concepts. How do you consider the “First
Voyage around the World”, Kartilya ng Katipunan”? These are examples of .

a. Primary Sources
b. Texts
c. Secondary Sources
d. Historical Criticism

6. Is the study of the methods of historians in developing history as an academic discipline, and
by extension is anybody of historical work on a particular subject.

a. Historiography
b. History
c. Historical Criticism
d. Primary Sources

7. History is the study of past events. It was first coined by who was known as ‘The Father of
History’ by the Roman writer and orator Cicero for his famous work.

a. Plato
b. Herodotus
c. Thucydides
d. Socrates

8. The “First Voyage around the World, “Kartilya ng Katipunan” are examples of .

a. Primary Sources
b. Texts
c. Secondary Sources
 d. Literature

9. The Philippines has a very rich but fragmented literary tradition. Indeed, because of the number of languages
on the islands. What is considered the earliest form of writing the Philippines?

a. Kuhitan
b. Buhid
c. Alibata
d. Baybayin

10. The Philippines was named in honor of King Philip II of Spain. The people who inhabited this place had a
fascinating culture, some not forgotten from the old days. Now, who were the Malay people that settled in the
Philippines?

a. Americans who founded settlements in the Philippines.

b. Spaniards who founded settlements in the Philippines.
c. Austronesian people inhabiting the Malay Peninsula.
d. Malay ko

11. It was also known as the higher criticism that investigates the origins of ancient texts in order to understand “the
world behind the text”. What kind of criticism is this?

a. External
b. Internal
c. Historical
d. Constructive

12. Which of the following is NOT a primary source?

a. Photograph
b. Encyclopedia
c. Diary entry from someone who saw an event.
d. Newspaper article from a reporter who saw the event.

13. Which statement best describes the role of bias in primary sources?

a. It is always to be avoided.
b. It is to be avoided unless it supports the desired conclusion.
c. It is to be embraced.
d. Biased sources should be complemented with biased sources from a different perspective.

14. Which of the following is NOT a secondary source?

a. Encyclopedia
b. Scholarly paper
c. Photograph of an event
d. Website

15. A girl found a box of letters written by a soldier to his wife and children during the Civil War. What are those
letters?

a. Primary
b. Secondary
c. Important
d. Tertiary

16. Secondary sources are books and articles derived from primary sources. They interpret and analyze. Some
secondary works are ‘peer reviewed’, that is, they are read and assessed by colleagues of the author. If a peer
reviewed work is accepted for publication, what does that mean over and above the obvious fact that it conforms
to academic norms?

a. That it is considered a worthwhile contribution to academic discussion of the topic.

b. That the facts and views expressed are true.
c. That all facts in the book or article have been checked for accuracy.
d. That someone has taken a quick glance at the work and thinks it is okay.
 17. Generally speaking, what kind of source is an autobiography?

a. Primary but needs treating with caution.

b. Tertiary
c. Secondary and very useful.
d. Does not count as a source.

18. Which of the following relates to the purpose for which a document or image is created?

a. Context
b. Primary Source
c. Secondary Source
d. Author’s Intent

19. Which is NOT an example of a primary source?

a. An original hand-written letter by Jose Rizal.

b. A book about the Battle of Bangkusay by a well-known scholar.
c. Film footage of the Filipino-American War.
d. An original photograph of women in the 1890s.

20. In the age of modern technology, historical distortion is rampant. What do you think is the best way to prevent
fake news from spreading?

a. File a law suit against the writers.

b. Learn how to identify it and avoid reposting it.
c. Read it all and write your own stories setting the facts straight.
d. All of the above.

B. Insight-Building. Answer the following questions below.

1. The issue of “fake news” has been a dominant theme in the headlines for several years. At its core, we are
defining “fake news” as those news stories that are false: the story itself is fabricated, with no verifiable facts,
sources or quotes. What are the historical events in the country that you think are a lie or untrue? Justify your
answer.
2. Choose one primary source and evaluate its credibility, authenticity and provenance. Write your observation.

3. What should you look for or focus on in a text when you are conducting historical criticism?

4. Why is it important to understand the historical influence on a text?