Historical situation refers to the specific circumstances or events that occurred during a particular time period. It includes factors such as political climate, social context, economic conditions, and cultural influences.
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Contextualization: This term refers to considering historical events within their broader context or framework. It involves examining various factors that influenced those events.
Primary Sources: These are original documents or artifacts created during a specific historical period by people who directly experienced or witnessed it. Examples include diaries, letters, photographs.
Secondary Sources: These are works written or created by scholars or experts who analyze and interpret primary sources. Examples include history textbooks, academic articles, documentaries.