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 of an event, such as diaries, photographs, or interviews.

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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, such as biographies, articles, or textbooks.

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What is a firsthand account?

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A firsthand account is a direct description or report of an event from someone who experienced it.

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What is a secondhand account?

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A secondhand account is a description or report of an event from someone who did not experience it directly.

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Give an example of a primary source.

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An example of a primary source is a letter written by a soldier during a war.

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Give an example of a secondary source.

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An example of a secondary source is a history book that analyzes events from the past.

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What type of source is a biography?

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A biography is a secondary source because it is written about someone else's life.

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What type of source is a diary?

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A diary is a primary source because it contains firsthand accounts of the author's experiences.

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What is the importance of primary sources in research?

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Primary sources provide direct evidence and firsthand testimony, making them crucial for understanding historical events.

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What is the importance of secondary sources in research?

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Secondary sources help interpret and analyze primary sources, providing context and broader understanding.