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What is the definition of history?
History is the systematic study and documentation of the human past.
What is considered as prehistory?
The period of events before the invention of writing systems.
What is the purpose of history as an academic discipline?
The purpose of history is to describe, examine, question, and analyze past events, and investigate their patterns of cause and effect.
What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
Historians use sources such as written documents, oral accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers.
What do historians debate about in regards to history?
Historians debate which narrative best explains an event, as well as the significance of different causes and effects.
Test your knowledge of world history with this quiz! From ancient civilizations to modern revolutions, this quiz covers a wide range of historical events and figures. Challenge yourself and see how well you know the past.
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