1.2.1 - Primary vs. Secondary Sources
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Practice Questions
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What is a primary source?
💡 Hint: Think about who created the source and when.
Give an example of a secondary source.
💡 Hint: Consider sources that analyze past events.
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What defines a primary source?
💡 Hint: Think about who wrote or created the source.
True or False: Secondary sources are created during the time of the events they discuss.
💡 Hint: Consider the timing of creation.
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Draft a short essay explaining why both primary and secondary sources are crucial for historical analysis. Provide examples to support your points.
💡 Hint: Think about how each source contributes to the overall understanding of an historical topic.
Research a specific historical event and find both a primary and a secondary source related to it. Compare and contrast how each source presents information regarding the event.
💡 Hint: Consider the different contexts in which these sources were created.
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