History: The Study of Human Past

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What is history as an academic discipline?

A narrative used to describe, examine, question, and analyze past events (correct)
A collection of myths and legends from different cultures
A series of fictional stories about the human past
A set of rules for organizing historical artifacts

How do historians seek knowledge of the past?

By creating fictional narratives about historical events
Through scientific experiments and observations
By relying solely on myths and legends
Using historical sources such as written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts (correct)

What is the difference between history and myth?

History only includes events before the invention of writing systems
History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not (correct)
Myth is based on written records, while history is not
Myth is a more accurate representation of past events

What do historians debate about when analyzing past events?

The narrative that best explains an event and the significance of different causes and effects (A) Signup and view all the answers

How has ancient cultural influences impacted the nature of history?

Ancient cultural influences have helped create variant interpretations of the nature of history, which have evolved over the centuries and continue to change today. (A) Signup and view all the answers