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

  • Prehistory (correct)
  • Ancient history
  • Protohistory
  • Mythology
  • Which sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?

  • Fictional stories and myths
  • Internet blogs and forums
  • Written documents, oral accounts, art and material artifacts, and ecological markers (correct)
  • Scientific experiments and observations
  • How does history differ from myth?

  • History is always accurate, while myth is always fictional
  • History only includes events after the 19th century, while myth includes ancient events
  • History is solely based on oral traditions, while myth is based on written records
  • History is supported by verifiable evidence, while myth is not (correct)
  • What do historians use to describe, examine, and analyze past events?

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

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