Sources of History
ICSE · Class 4 · Social Science
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Revise & Test
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What to Focus On
- Sources of history help us know about the past.
- There are two main types: archaeological and literary sources.
- These sources are like clues for historians and archaeologists.
- Archaeological sources are physical remains from the past.
- Archaeologists dig the ground to find these sources.
- Examples include monuments, inscriptions, artefacts, and coins.
- Monuments are ancient structures built by people.
- They give information about society, religion, and technology.
- Examples: forts, temples, palaces, step-wells.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Only written books are real sources of history.
Archaeologists and historians do the same job.
If something is old, it must be a source of history.
Memory Tips
Two main types of historical sources: Archaeological and Literary
Archaeological sources include monuments, inscriptions, artefacts, and coins
Literary sources include religious writings, biographies/autobiographies, and accounts of foreign travellers
Monuments tell us about past architecture, society, and religion
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