Which of these attributes explains why Herodotus deserves the title the “father of history”?

A.Herodotus’s rejection of divine causes for human actions
B.Herodotus’s refusal to use legend as a source for writing history
C.Herodotus’s attempt to critically examine human history
D.Herodotus’s lack of bias in favor of Athens

Question

Which of these attributes explains why Herodotus deserves the title the “father of history”?	
	
A.Herodotus’s rejection of divine causes for human actions
B.Herodotus’s refusal to use legend as a source for writing history
C.Herodotus’s attempt to critically examine human history
D.Herodotus’s lack of bias in favor of Athens

jagr2713 · Answer

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