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What is history as an academic discipline?
What is history as an academic discipline?
- An exploration of future possibilities
- A study of fictional stories
- A systematic study and documentation of the human past (correct)
- An analysis of current events
What are the sources used by historians to seek knowledge of the past?
What are the sources used by historians to seek knowledge of the past?
- Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts (correct)
- Fictional novels and movies
- Scientific experiments and research papers
- Social media posts and internet articles
How does history differ from myth?
How does history differ from myth?
- History is solely focused on ancient events, while myth encompasses all stories
- History is based on imagination, while myth is based on facts
- History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not (correct)
- History is more popular than myth in contemporary culture
What period is considered prehistory?
What period is considered prehistory?
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What do historians debate about when analyzing past events?
What do historians debate about when analyzing past events?
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