History Quiz: The Study of the Human Past

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

Protohistory

Prehistory (correct)

Ancient history

Early civilization

What do historians use as historical sources?

Religious scriptures and beliefs

Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts (correct)

Scientific experiments and surveys

Folklore and myths

What distinguishes history from myth?

Verifiable evidence (correct)

Emotional impact on the audience

'Truth' based on cultural heritage

'Truth' based on belief systems

How do historians describe, examine, and analyze past events?

Using a narrative Signup and view all the answers

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

Cultural heritage or legends Signup and view all the answers

In the field of political science, which subfield involves the study of political concepts, institutions, and practices?

Political theory Signup and view all the answers

What does the field of international relations primarily focus on?

Relationships between states and other actors in the international system Signup and view all the answers

Which subject does political science integrate with to understand political phenomena?

Psychology Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the key concepts examined in political theory?

Justice, democracy, and war Signup and view all the answers

Which field within political science involves the study of issues such as war and peace?

International relations Signup and view all the answers

What does political science combine to understand political phenomena?

Economics and psychology Signup and view all the answers

Which field of study involves the comparison of political institutions, political culture, and political behavior across different cases?

Comparative Politics Signup and view all the answers

What is the key concept in international relations that examines the relationship between politics and the economy?

Political Economy Signup and view all the answers

Which field of study focuses on the process by which political decisions are made and implemented?

Public Policy Signup and view all the answers

What do scholars of comparative politics use to understand the similarities and differences in political systems and institutions?

Case studies Signup and view all the answers

Which key concept in public policy involves analyzing the policy process, including the development of policy proposals, adoption, and implementation and evaluation of policy?

Policy analysis Signup and view all the answers

What does political economy study in terms of the relationship between politics and the economy?

Role of institutions in economic development Signup and view all the answers

Which field of study examines the role of government in addressing social, economic, and environmental problems?

Public Policy Signup and view all the answers

What do political economy scholars use to understand the relationship between politics and the economy?

Institutional economics Signup and view all the answers

What is a key concept in international relations that examines how economic factors influence political behavior and institutions?