History Quiz: The Study of Human Past

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What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems considered as?

Prehistory

What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?

Written documents, oral accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers

How does history differ from myth?

History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not.

What do historians use to describe, examine, question, and analyze past events?

<p>Narrative</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are stories common to a particular culture but not supported by external sources usually classified as?

<p>Cultural heritage or legends</p> Signup and view all the answers

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