5 Questions
What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems considered?
Prehistory
What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Written documents, oral accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers
How do historians use narrative in the study of history?
To describe, examine, question, and analyze past events, and investigate their patterns of cause and effect
What is the difference between history and myth?
History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not supported by external sources
What kind of stories are usually classified as cultural heritage or legends?
Stories common to a particular culture, but not supported by external sources
Test your knowledge of the systematic study and documentation of the human past with this history quiz. Explore the period before the invention of writing systems, historical sources, and the interpretation of past events.
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