Questions: How does the modern study of history challenge earlier histories? A. By recognizing that they are not useful sources B. By categorizing them under a certain branch of history C. By questioning whether their sources are reliable D. By rewriting them using modern languages

How does the modern study of history challenge earlier histories?  
A. By recognizing that they are not useful sources  
B. By categorizing them under a certain branch of history  
C. By questioning whether their sources are reliable  
D. By rewriting them using modern languages
Transcript text: How does the modern study of history challenge earlier histories? A. By recognizing that they are not useful sources B. By categorizing them under a certain branch of history C. By questioning whether their sources are reliable D. By rewriting them using modern languages
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The answer is C. By questioning whether their sources are reliable

Explanation
Option 1: By recognizing that they are not useful sources

This option is incorrect because modern historians do not dismiss earlier histories as entirely useless. Instead, they critically analyze them to understand the context and biases of the time.

Option 2: By categorizing them under a certain branch of history

This option is incorrect because categorizing earlier histories under a specific branch does not inherently challenge their validity or accuracy.

Option 3: By questioning whether their sources are reliable

This option is correct because the modern study of history involves critically evaluating the reliability and biases of sources used in earlier histories. Historians assess the credibility of these sources to construct a more accurate understanding of the past.

Option 4: By rewriting them using modern languages

This option is incorrect because translating historical texts into modern languages does not address the accuracy or reliability of the content. It is more about accessibility than challenging the historical narratives.

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