Understanding Sources and Bias

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What is a primary source?

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A firsthand account or eyewitness of an event

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Which of the following is an example of a secondary source? A diary entry from a soldier in World War II, A biography of a famous scientist, A photograph taken during a historical event, A letter written by a historical figure

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A biography of a famous scientist

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What does bias mean?

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Unfair opinions or viewpoints in favor or against a topic

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Which of the following is an example of propaganda?
Options: A scientific research article, A television commercial promoting a product, A historical document, A personal diary

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A television commercial promoting a product

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What is corroboration?

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Compare pieces of evidence to see where they agree and disagree

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Which of the following is NOT a primary source? An original document, A textbook that summarizes historical events, A video recording of an event, A letter written by a historical figure

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A textbook that summarizes historical events

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What is the purpose of sourcing in historical investigation?

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Question a piece of evidence to determine if it is reliable or trustworthy

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Which of the following is an example of a primary source? An encyclopedia entry, A social media post made by someone at an event, A news report summarizing an event, A textbook chapter

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A social media post made by someone at an event

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What is the main difference between primary and secondary sources?

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Primary sources are firsthand accounts, while secondary sources summarize or interpret primary sources.

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Which of the following statements is true about bias? Bias is always based on solid facts, Bias can affect the reliability of a source, Bias is not present in any historical document, Bias is the same as propaganda

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Bias can affect the reliability of a source