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What is history?
The systematic study and documentation of the human past
What is considered prehistory?
The period of events before the invention of writing systems
What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Written documents, oral accounts, art, and material artifacts
What does history as an academic discipline use to describe past events?
A narrative
What do historians debate about the nature of history?
The significance of different causes and effects
Test your knowledge of historical events, figures, and developments with this history quiz. From ancient civilizations to modern times, challenge yourself with questions about the human past and see how much you know about the world's history.
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