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Primary and Secondary Sources

Primary and Secondary Sources

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12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A biography about Jose Rizal.

Back

Secondary Source

Answer explanation

A biography about Jose Rizal would be a secondary source because it is a document created after the person's life, likely based on various primary sources such as letters, diaries, and other historical records.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The declaration of independence.

Back

Primary Source

Answer explanation

The declaration of independence itself would be a primary source as it is a direct and original document representing the declaration made at the time of the event.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A TV show explaining what happened in Japan

Back

Secondary Source

Answer explanation

A TV show explaining events in Japan would be a secondary source because it is a modern interpretation or analysis of historical events, likely drawing from various primary sources.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A website describing what World War II was

Back

Secondary Source

Answer explanation

A website describing World War II would be a secondary source because it is a modern interpretation or analysis of historical events, likely drawing from various primary sources.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A Filipino veteran talking about Martial Law.

Back

Primary Source

Answer explanation

A Filipino veteran talking about Martial Law would be a primary source because they are offering firsthand experience and perspective on the events of Martial Law in the Philippines.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Abraham Lincoln's diary describing what he thought about the civil war.

Back

Primary Source

Answer explanation

Abraham Lincoln's diary would be a primary source because it provides a firsthand account of his thoughts and experiences during the Civil War.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A letter from a soldier describing World War 2

Back

Primary Source

Answer explanation

A letter from a soldier describing World War II would be a primary source as it provides firsthand accounts and experiences from someone directly involved in the event.

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