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What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Written documents, oral accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers
What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems considered?
Prehistory
How does history differ from myth?
It is supported by verifiable evidence
What does history as an academic discipline use to describe, examine, and analyze past events?
Narrative
What are stories common to a particular culture, but not supported by external sources usually classified as?
Cultural heritage or legends
Explore the definition and significance of history as the systematic study and documentation of the human past. Learn about the prehistoric period and the methods used by historians to seek knowledge of the past using historical sources.
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