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What is the term used to describe the period of events before the invention of writing systems?
What is the term used to describe the period of events before the invention of writing systems?
- Ancient Era
- Primitive Times
- Prehistory (correct)
- Protohistoric Period
Which sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Which sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
- Written documents, oral accounts, and art (correct)
- Scientific experiments and mathematical models
- Social media posts and online articles
- Fictional stories and legends
How does history differ from myth?
How does history differ from myth?
- History is purely based on oral traditions, while myth is based on written records.
- History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not. (correct)
- History focuses on ancient cultures, while myth focuses on modern societies.
- History is always accurate, while myth is often inaccurate.
What do historians use to describe, examine, and analyze past events?
What do historians use to describe, examine, and analyze past events?
What are stories common to a culture that are not supported by external sources classified as?
What are stories common to a culture that are not supported by external sources classified as?