Via Afrika History Grade 11 Study Guide
Who are you? Why are you here?
Where are you going? How will you get there?
These are some of the questions that History can help you to answer.
From studying the past, we can learn how to live in the present. We can see what
mistakes were made and we can avoid repeating them in the future. By studying these
mistakes made in the past, as well as many correct and courageous decisions, we can
understand why our world is like it is today.
History is the study of people: famous people, notorious people and ordinary people,
and how their decisions and actions shaped the future. Studying these people can
inspire us to take a more active role in shaping our world and striving to achieve our
individual potential. History is an exciting and dynamic subject. Studying History can
help you to understand and speak intelligently about what is happening in the world.
History is full of details, such as events, dates and names of people and places.
However, when you study History, don’t worry about getting overwhelmed by all the
details. Try to see the importance of the bigger picture.
