Firsthand and Secondhand Accounts

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What is a firsthand account?

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A firsthand account is a description of an event that comes from someone who was actually there to see or experience it.

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What is a secondhand account?

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A secondhand account is a description of an event that comes from someone who did not experience it directly but heard about it from others.

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Give an example of a firsthand account.

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A journal entry or a diary entry written by someone who experienced an event.

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Give an example of a secondhand account.

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A news article that reports on an event based on interviews with people who were there.

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What does it mean to be undaunted?

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To be undaunted means not to be intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment.

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What does it mean to excel?

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To excel means to be exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject.

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How can you identify a firsthand account?

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A firsthand account can be identified by its direct perspective from someone who witnessed the event.

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How can you identify a secondhand account?

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A secondhand account can be identified by its indirect perspective, often summarizing or interpreting the experiences of others.

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Why are firsthand accounts important?

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Firsthand accounts provide direct evidence and personal insights into events, making them valuable for understanding history.

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Why are secondhand accounts useful?

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Secondhand accounts can provide broader perspectives and context, especially when firsthand accounts are not available.