Arizona State University Reasons to Study History Questions

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Kindly answer the two questions below ( at least 250 words for each question)

1) Name at least 3 reasons as to why we study history. What do you think are the most important reasons to study history? If you have any of your own ideas or comments on the study of history, please feel free to include them in this essay.


2) The American Author, Mark Twain, once said the following about history:

"History doesn't repeat itself; at best sometimes it rhymes!"

Reflecting upon his statement, briefly discuss what you feel he meant by this statement as it applies to our study of history. Be specific and precise in your answers.

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Question 1
A. We study history because it prepares us for careers in a particular field such as
education and archeology.
B. We study history because it provides with skills which are not necessarily
confined to the past and which we can use in other areas such as politics.
C. we study history because it enhances cultural awareness and understanding
D. one of the most important reasons as to why we should consider this subject is
because history allows us to learn from our past
E. Another important reason as to why people should study history is because it
gives us a sense of identity and helps us to understand where we came from as a
nation.

II. Question 2
A. The statement "History doesn't repeat itself, but it often rhymes." I associated
with American public humorist and commentator Samuel Clemens
B. According to this statement, Clemens meant that it is not possible for historical
events to repeat thems...


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