Primary and 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 of an event. Examples include diaries, photographs, and official documents.

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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, and documentaries.

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What is an Autobiography?

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An Autobiography is a book that someone wrote about their own life.

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What is a Biography?

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A Biography is a book that someone wrote about another person's life.

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Give an example of a Primary Source.

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An example of a Primary Source is a military record.

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Give an example of a Secondary Source.

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An example of a Secondary Source is a movie based on true events.

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What type of source is a quote from a famous person?

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A quote from a famous person is a Primary Source.

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What type of source is a podcast discussing historical events?

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A podcast discussing historical events is a Secondary Source.

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What is the difference between Primary and Secondary Sources?

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Primary Sources are original materials, while Secondary Sources interpret or analyze those materials.

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Why are Primary Sources important in research?

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Primary Sources provide direct evidence and firsthand accounts, making them crucial for understanding historical events.