Why Do We Study History?

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What is history?

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The story of people and events from the past

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Which of the following is a question historians ask?
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How did people form communities and work together?
What will happen in the future?
How do animals live in the wild?
What is the tallest mountain?

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How did people form communities and work together?

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Fill in the blank: History helps us notice _______ in human behavior, which can guide us in making better decisions for the future.

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patterns

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The term 'continuity' in the study of history refers to:

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the persistence of certain elements or practices over time

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Which of the following is NOT something historians do? Gather clues to explain what happened and why, Look at causes and effects, Ask what might have happened if things had gone differently

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Invent new tools and technologies

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One reason why it is important to study history is:

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It helps us understand past events and learn from them.