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

  • Prehistory (correct)
  • Protohistory
  • Historical era
  • Ancient events

    • Which sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?

  • Personal opinions and beliefs
  • Scientific experiments only
  • Internet articles and social media posts
  • Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts (correct)

    • What is the significant difference between history and myth?

  • History is based on fictional stories, while myth is based on factual accounts
  • History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not (correct)
  • Myth is more reliable than history
  • History and myth are the same

    • What term is used to describe stories common to a particular culture, but not supported by external sources?

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

    What term is used for the collection, organization, presentation, and interpretation of past events?

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

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