Kernel of truth

Key term for OCR GCSE Ancient History, used in Origins of the Republic.

Definition

A verified historical fact or archaeological finding that suggests a legendary story has a basis in real events.

Exam Context

Kernel of truth appears in OCR GCSE Ancient History revision content for Foundations of Rome, especially Origins of the Republic and Origins of the Republic.

Foundations of Rome Origins of the Republic Origins of the Republic

Found in Revision Notes

Foundations of Rome

Historical Evidence for the Origins of the Republic

Origins of the Republic • Origins of the Republic

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Related Key Terms

Annales Maximi Annalistic Tradition Boustrophedon Conflict of the Orders

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