Ceballos, Niña Nicole L.
NGEC 2
BSMT2 2-30
1. What are the three dimensions of history? Briefly explain each one.
a) The chronological dimension, which is the order in which events occur over time.
b) Thematic dimension, which denotes the division of historical occurrences into
overarching themes or subjects including social, economic, political, and cultural history.
c) Geographical dimension, which describes the spatial study of events and their
relationship to specific areas, regions, or countries.
2. What is positivism, and how is it applied in history?
Positivism is a philosophical school of thought that emphasizes objectivity, the scientific
method, and empirical data while studying society and history. It asserts that rigorous data
collecting and analysis should be the foundation for historical research rather than speculative
or subjective interpretation. Positivist historians hold that by applying the scientific method,
they may identify the patterns that govern historical evolution and anticipate what will happen
in the future.
3. Enumerate some uses and importance of history?
a) Gaining insight into the present and future through comprehending the past and the context
in which events occurred.
b) By preserving and disseminating the history of a people or a country, fostering a sense of
identity and cultural heritage.
b) Gaining knowledge of the historical development of political, social, and economic systems,
which can help with policy and decision-making.
d) Recognizing the continuity and change across time, which can assist in tracing the origins of
contemporary problems and difficulties.
e) Fostering critical thinking and empathy by urging people to take into account many
viewpoints and comprehend the suffering of others.
Mier, Apple May
NGEC 2
BSMT2 2-30
1. What are the three dimensions of history? Briefly explain each one.
a) The chronological dimension, or the sequence in which events take place over time.
b) Thematic dimension, which refers to the categorization of historical events into broad
topics or categories including social, economic, political, and cultural history.
c) Geographical dimension, which denotes the spatial analysis of events and how they relate
to particular places, regions, or nations.
2. What is positivism, and how is it applied in history?
Positivism is a philosophical movement that places a strong emphasis on objectivity, the
scientific method, and factual evidence when examining society and history. Instead than relying
on speculation or subjective interpretation, it contends that historical study should be built on
meticulous data collection and analysis. Positivist historians contend that by using the scientific
method, one may spot the patterns guiding historical development and predict what will
happen in the future.
3. Enumerate some uses and importance of history?
a) Understanding the history and the context of events allows us to gain perspective on the
present and the future.
b) through establishing a feeling of identity and cultural heritage through preserving and
spreading a people's or a nation's past.
b) Learning about the historical evolution of political, social, and economic systems, which can
aid in formulating policy and making decisions.
d) Being aware of how things have changed and remained the same over time, which can help in
determining where current issues and challenges have their roots.
e) Encouraging people to consider other points of view and understand the pain of others in
order to promote critical thinking and empathy.
Selloria, Law Shane
NGEC 2
BSMT2 2-30
1. What are the three dimensions of history? Briefly explain each one.
a) The chronological dimension, which refers to the sequence of occurrences over time.
b) Thematic dimension: This refers to the categorization of historical events into broad
topics or categories, such as social, economic, political, and cultural history.
c) Geographical dimension, which refers to the spatial analysis of events and their
connection to particular places, regions, or nations.
2. What is positivism, and how is it applied in history?
Positivism is a philosophical school of thought that places a strong emphasis on objectivity, the
scientific method, and empirical data while examining society and history. It makes the claim
that rigorous data collection and analysis, rather than conjecture or interpretation, should form
the basis of historical research. Positivist historians contend that by using the scientific method,
one may recognize the patterns guiding historical evolution and predict what will happen in the
future.
3. Enumerate some uses and importance of history?
a) Understanding the history and the context in which events occurred will help you better
understand the present and the future.
b) By establishing a feeling of identity and cultural heritage by conserving and transmitting the
history of a people or a nation.
b) Learning about the political, social, and economic systems' historical development, which can
aid in formulating policies and making decisions.
d) Being aware of historical continuity and change, which can help in determining where current
issues and challenges have their roots.
e) Promoting critical thinking and empathy by challenging people to consider other points of
view and understand the pain of others.