Primary and Secondary Sources

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What is a Primary Source?

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A Primary Source is an original document or firsthand account of an event, such as letters, photographs, or artifacts.

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What is a Secondary Source?

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A Secondary Source is a document or recording that relates or discusses information originally presented elsewhere, such as textbooks, articles, or documentaries.

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Give an example of a Primary Source.

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An example of a Primary Source is a diary written by a soldier during a war.

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Give an example of a Secondary Source.

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An example of a Secondary Source is a biography about a famous person.

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Why are Primary Sources important?

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Primary Sources provide direct evidence and firsthand accounts that help us understand historical events.

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Why are Secondary Sources important?

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Secondary Sources help us interpret and analyze information from Primary Sources, providing context and analysis.

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Is a newspaper article written at the time of an event a Primary or Secondary Source?

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A newspaper article written at the time of an event is a Primary Source.

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Is a documentary about World War II a Primary or Secondary Source?

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A documentary about World War II is a Secondary Source.

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What type of source is a map created by an explorer?

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A map created by an explorer is a Primary Source.

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What type of source is a textbook about American history?

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A textbook about American history is a Secondary Source.