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What is history considered before the invention of writing systems?

  • Ancient history
  • Mythology
  • Protohistory
  • Prehistory (correct)

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

  • Folktales and legends
  • Scientific experiments and surveys
  • Social media and internet forums
  • Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts (correct)

How does history differ from myth?

  • History is supported by verifiable evidence (correct)
  • Myth is based on factual events
  • History is solely based on oral traditions
  • Myth is a more accurate representation of the past

What does history use as a narrative to describe past events?

<p>A narrative (C)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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