World History Quiz
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What is history considered before the invention of writing systems?

  • Mythology
  • Prehistory (correct)
  • Protohistory
  • Ancient times

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

  • Internet sources and social media
  • Scientific experiments and observations
  • Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts (correct)
  • Folklore and legends

What does history as an academic discipline use to describe past events?

  • Scientific theories
  • Narrative (correct)
  • Mathematical equations
  • Poetry

How does history differ from myth?

<p>History is supported by verifiable evidence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are stories common to a particular culture, but not supported by external sources, usually classified as?

<p>Cultural heritage or legends (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the season of Advent in most Christian denominations?

<p>Preparation for the celebration of the Nativity of Christ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Advent' translate from?

<p>Latin adventus 'coming; arrival' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Western Christianity, when does the liturgical year begin?

<p>Advent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some practices associated with Advent?

<p>Lighting an Advent wreath (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Eastern Nativity Fast differ from Advent in Western Christianity?

<p>Meaning, length, and observances (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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