Historical Thinking Skills

The study of historical records to find dates and make timelines is called

The study of how people interact with things of value or money is called

A source that is original to the time period or created by someone who witnessed the event is called a

 A prejudice for or against something is called

(Hint: prejudice means a preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience)

A source that was created after an event has taken place by people who did not participate is called a

The circumstances that form the setting of an event, idea, or statement are called

The customs, social institutions, and achievements of a group are called

When we study historical documents, it is important to __________ or look at what other sources say.

What kind of source is the Constitution of the United States?

What kind of source is a textbook?