Unit 1A Vocab Flashcards History and Geography Terms

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primary source

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A document or object made during the time being studied.

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secondary source

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A source created after the event by someone who wasn’t there.

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point of view

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A person’s opinion or belief based on their background.

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bias

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A strong opinion that affects how facts are presented.

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timeline

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A visual showing when events happened in order.

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map key

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A part of a map that explains what symbols mean.

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scale

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The relationship between distance on a map and real life.

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compass rose

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A symbol showing directions on a map.

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historical context

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The background or events happening around a time in history.

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cause and effect

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When one event leads to another.