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The Renaissance and the Reformation — Test

Question 1 • World History and Geography

Which of these statements is true?

Answer
A
A historian only considers written records of the past to be valid.
B
A historian explains how events in the past are connected.
C
A historian does not interpret causes and meanings of events.
D
A historian considers how history affects society, not the individual.

Explanation

Historians study evidence from the past and interpret how events relate to one another. This can include explaining causes, effects, and broader meanings, so “A historian explains how events in the past are connected” is true. Historians use more than written records and may also consider how history affects individuals as well as society.

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