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In History / College | 2025-07-08

When historians talk about the past, they are referring to events that:
A. are unlikely to ever occur.
B. happened before the present day.
C. will happen years from now.
D. are happening at this time.

Asked by sdjourlie

Answer (1)

Historians refer to events that happened before the present day, which helps us understand history's impact on today. Incorrect options discuss future or ongoing events, which are not considered part of the past. Hence, option B is the correct choice. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-08

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