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What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems considered?
What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems considered?
- Prehistory (correct)
- Modern history
- Medieval history
- Ancient history
Which sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Which sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
- Written documents, oral accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers (correct)
- Internet blogs and social media posts
- Fictional stories and myths
- Scientific experiments and technological advancements
What is the main difference between history and myth?
What is the main difference between history and myth?
- History is subjective while myth is objective
- History is supported by verifiable evidence while myth is not (correct)
- History is based on fictional stories while myth is based on real events
- History is influenced by ancient cultures while myth is not
What does the term 'history' encompass?
What does the term 'history' encompass?
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What do historians use to describe, examine, question, and analyze past events?
What do historians use to describe, examine, question, and analyze past events?
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