Brexit briefing: 304 days until the end of the transition period

The transcript discusses the importance of viewing history from a reflective perspective and suggests an approach to understanding it effectively.

What is the suggested perspective when looking at historical figures?

• To see them as contemporaries

• To view them as behind us in history

• To ignore their impact

• To consider them as future influencers

What does the phrase 'behind us in history' imply?

• That history is a mystery

• That history is a guide for the future

• That history is irrelevant

• That history is a burden

What is the benefit of seeing historical events as 'behind us'?

• It encourages us to live in the past

• It makes them less significant

• It helps us learn and move forward

• It allows us to forget them

Why is it important to have a specific approach to history?

• To ensure we repeat past mistakes

• To better understand and learn from the past

• To focus only on the present

• To disregard historical events

Which of the following is NOT a reason to adopt a historical approach?

• To learn from previous successes and failures

• To ignore historical lessons

• To understand cultural evolution

• To gain insights from past events