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What is history?
History is the study of past events, particularly in connection with the human race.
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Who were the first known civilization?
The Sumerians, who developed in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 4500 BCE.
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What was the significance of the invention of writing?
The invention of writing (cuneiform by the Sumerians, hieroglyphics by the Egyptians) allowed for the recording of laws, stories, and historical events, dramatically changing how knowledge was preserved and transmitted.
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What was the Roman Empire known for?
The Roman Empire was known for its vast territorial expansion, advanced engineering (e.g., aqueducts, roads), its sophisticated legal system, and its military prowess.
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