Question 1
- What is Pre-History
- Identify three sources of pre-history
Answer
- It refers to unrecorded (unwritten) history. It refers to those activities that human engaged in past before writing and drawing were invented as ways of storing information.
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- Myths
- Artefacts
- Stories
Question 2
State three characteristics of Historical events
Answer
- They must have evidence
- Historical events only concern man.
- Historical events dwell mainly on the past happenings
Question 3
Describe the three branches/divisions of History
Answer
- Political-this has to do with distribution of power within the society, systems of administration, constitutions and rulers.
- Social-this has to do with the way of life that includes mode of dressing, culture, religion, language and traditions
- Economic-this has to do with what people do for a living, the way environment is exploited i.e., trade, farming, transport
Question 4
State five reasons why the study of History is Important to a High School student
Answer
- It enables students understand the origin of mankind and achievements made by man.
- It enables learners to understand their culture and other people’s culture
- The study of history inspires a sense of patriotism and nationalism among citizens as they acquire positive attitude towards their country and develop positive values.
- Learners are able to comprehend social, economic and political developments of the society
- It allows learners develop critical mind so as to explain historical events.
Question 5
Give three characteristics of a Government
Answer
- Legitimacy-having status defined by law in that it should be legally in place and acceptable to the citizens.
- Sovereignty- having complete independence, and free from external interference
- Laws- have rules to regulate the functions and structure of its people