Introduction to History
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What is the term for the period of events before the invention of writing systems?

  • Protohistory
  • Ancient era
  • Paleolithic age
  • Prehistory (correct)
  • Which of the following are sources used by historians to seek knowledge of the past?

  • Written documents, oral accounts, and material artifacts (correct)
  • Social media posts, celebrity gossip, and urban legends
  • Religious scriptures, astrology, and conspiracy theories
  • Television programs, fictional stories, and video games
  • How does history differ from myth?

  • History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not (correct)
  • History focuses on ancient civilizations, while myth focuses on modern societies
  • History includes religious beliefs, while myth does not
  • Myth is based on scientific research, while history is based on speculation
  • What do historians use to describe, examine, question, and analyze past events?

    <p>Narrative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the umbrella term comprising past events as well as the memory, discovery, collection, organization, presentation, and interpretation of these events?

    <p>History</p> Signup and view all the answers

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