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What does the term 'history' encompass?
Past events and the memory, discovery, and interpretation of these events
What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Written documents, oral accounts, art, material artifacts, and ecological markers
How does history differ from myth?
History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not
What do historians debate about when analyzing past events?
The narrative that best explains an event and the significance of different causes and effects
What is considered prehistory?
The period of events before the invention of writing systems
Explore the systematic study and documentation of human past events along with the methods used by historians to seek knowledge of the past. Learn about the period before the invention of writing systems, known as prehistory, and the significance of historical sources in understanding past events.
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