Module E Comparing Primary and Secondary Sources Flashcard

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What is the difference between a primary source and a secondary source?

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Primary sources are original materials or first-hand accounts, while secondary sources are interpretations or analysis of primary sources by someone else.

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Give an example of a primary source.

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Diary

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Give an example of a secondary source.

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A history textbook

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Why is it important to compare primary and secondary sources?

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To evaluate the reliability and credibility of the information.

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How can you determine if a source is a primary or secondary source?

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By determining if the source is an original material or first-hand account (primary) or if it analyzes, interprets, or comments on primary sources (secondary).

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What are the advantages of using primary sources in historical research?

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Primary sources offer firsthand accounts and unique perspectives.

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What are the limitations of using secondary sources in historical research?

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Limitations of bias, inaccuracies, misinterpretations, lack of firsthand experience or direct knowledge

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Explain the concept of bias in primary and secondary sources.

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Bias refers to the perspective or agenda of the original creator in primary sources, and to the interpretation or analysis of primary sources by the author in secondary sources.

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How can bias affect the reliability of a source?

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Bias can lead to the presentation of one-sided or distorted information, making the source unreliable.

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In what ways can primary and secondary sources complement each other in historical research?

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Both types of sources provide different perspectives and insights into historical events.