Understanding History

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What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems called?

Medieval history
Prehistory (correct)
Modern history
Ancient history

What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?

Fictional novels and fantasy movies
Scientific experiments and laboratory reports
Written documents, oral accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers (correct)
Social media posts and internet memes

What is the main difference between history and myth?

History is based on fiction, while myth is based on facts
History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not (correct)
History is always accurate, while myth is always inaccurate
History is only found in ancient cultures, while myth is found in all cultures

What does the term 'history' encompass?

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