NHD CH 14 Manuscripts

What can you do if searching by name yields no results in the manuscript collections?

• Broaden your search by using related terms
• Give up and choose a different research topic
• Limit your search to published materials only
• Ask a librarian for assistance

Where can you find manuscript collections?

• At the Library of Congress
• At local museums
• In public libraries
• In private collections

What can you discover from personal correspondence found in manuscript collections?

• Untold stories not found in published materials
• Historical facts already known
• Biographies of famous people
• Scientific research findings

How can you navigate the Library of Congress manuscript collections?

• Use the 'Search Loc.gov' box and creative keywords
• Visit the Library of Congress in person
• Ask a librarian for assistance
• Join a research group at the library

What should you do when analyzing a manuscript for your NHD project?

• Observe, reflect, question, and investigate
• Read, summarize, memorize, and present
• Copy, paste, edit, and cite
• Scan, print, annotate, and share

What can primary sources, such as manuscripts, provide for your NHD project?

• Direct evidence to support your research
• Opinions and interpretations of historians
• Background information on the topic
• Statistical data and graphs

Where can you find further guidance on analyzing manuscripts and primary sources?

• The Library of Congress's resources
• Your school's library
• Online forums and discussion boards
• Social media platforms

What is the purpose of using the Library of Congress Primary Source Analysis Tool?

• To analyze manuscripts systematically
• To create a bibliography for your project
• To search for specific primary sources
• To collaborate with other researchers

What should you do if you can't read the handwriting in a manuscript?

• Seek help from a teacher or librarian
• Guess the meaning based on context
• Skip that manuscript and move on
• Use an online translation tool

Why is historical context important when using manuscript collections?

• It helps you understand the significance of the documents
• It allows you to create a timeline of events
• It provides information about the authors' backgrounds
• It helps you locate the physical copies of the manuscripts