5 Questions
What is history considered before the invention of writing systems?
Prehistory
What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts
How does history differ from myth?
History is supported by verifiable evidence
What does history use to describe, examine, and analyze past events?
Narrative
How do historians view the nature of history?
Debatable and still has mysteries
Study Notes
Pre-History
- The period before the invention of writing systems is considered Pre-History.
Sources of Historical Knowledge
- Historians use various sources to seek knowledge of the past, including:
- Archaeological findings
- Oral traditions
- Artifacts
- Written records
History vs. Myth
- History differs from myth in that history is based on:
- Verifiable evidence
- Factual records
- Empirical research
- Myth, on the other hand, is often based on:
- Unverifiable claims
- Legend
- Superstition
Historical Methodology
- History uses a systematic approach to:
- Describe past events
- Examine evidence
- Analyze data
- This approach involves:
- Critical thinking
- Reasoning
- Evidence-based interpretations
Historical Perspective
- Historians view the nature of history as:
- Complex
- Multifaceted
- Subject to interpretation
- They recognize that history is shaped by:
- Cultural context
- Social forces
- Human agency
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