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What is history considered before the invention of writing systems?
Prehistory
What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts
How does history differ from myth?
History is supported by verifiable evidence
What does history use to describe, examine, question, and analyze past events?
Narrative
What are stories ordinary to a particular culture, but not supported by external sources usually classified as?
Cultural heritage or legends
Test your knowledge of historical events, sources, and interpretation in this quiz about the systematic study of the human past. Explore the period before the invention of writing systems and the methods historians use to uncover and understand the past.
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