Primary & 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 created at the time an event occurred. Examples include diaries, photographs, and original research.

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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. Examples include textbooks, articles analyzing primary sources, and biographies.

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Is a newspaper article reporting an event a primary or secondary source?

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A newspaper article reporting an event is a primary source.

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Is a biography of a famous person a primary or secondary source?

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A biography is a secondary source.

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What type of source is a letter written during a historical event?

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A letter written during a historical event is a primary source.

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What type of source is a documentary film about a historical event?

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A documentary film about a historical event is a secondary source.

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Are original artworks considered primary or secondary sources?

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Original artworks are considered primary sources.

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What is an example of a primary source in history?

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An example of a primary source in history is a speech given by a historical figure.

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What is an example of a secondary source in science?

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An example of a secondary source in science is a review article summarizing multiple research studies.

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Is a map created during a historical event a primary or secondary source?

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A map created during a historical event is a primary source.