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Why is archaeology especially important for prehistoric societies?

They had no written records.

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  1. They kept detailed calendars
  2. They left many written books
  3. They had no written records ✔

Why: Prehistory has no writing, so material remains are the main evidence.

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Answer: They had no written records. Prehistory has no writing, so material remains are the main evidence.

  1. Archaeology en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archaeology
    no written records exist for study
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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