Assessment Questions 2.6

1. What does the author attribute the absence of certain topics in the book to?

The author attributes the absence of topics like extraterrestrial intervention and biblical giants to a commitment to evidence-based science, not a conspiracy to withhold information.

2. How does the author characterize the stories presented in cable television series about human history?

The author describes the stories in cable television series as speculative, sensational, and made up, rather than revealing hidden history.

3. What evidence does the author claim supports the understanding of human antiquity presented in the book?

The author asserts that evidence is derived from research, data collection, replication of ancient technologies, and scholarly publications.