Establishing an American Republic

What is one difference between primary and secondary sources?

• Secondary sources usually reflect signs of bias; primary sources do not.

• Secondary sources are usually written documents; primary sources are not.

• Primary sources are usually eyewitness accounts; secondary sources are not.

• Primary sources usually include historical interpretation; secondary sources do not.

The textbook you use in Social Studies class

• Primary Source

• Secondary Source

Photographs of World War II soldiers in their camp

• Primary Source

• Secondary Source

Letters written by George Washington

• Primary Source

• Secondary Source

A book about Ancient China written in the 1990's

• Primary Source

• Secondary Source

A military uniform worn by a Vietnam War veteran

• Primary Source

• Secondary Source

What is important for historians to keep in mind when they are collecting evidence? 

• that the end goal is to create a chronicle

•  to consider the points of view and biases of the people who created their sources

• to value secondary sources over primary sources

• to accept all primary sources as truth

Identify the reason(s) why we should study history. (Select ALL that apply)

• Studying history helps us develop a sense of empathy for others.

• Studying history helps us understand exactly what occurred in the past.

• Studying history helps us develop critical-thinking skills.

• Studying history helps us avoid repeating errors made in the past.

How do we define governments that receive their “just powers” to rule from the “consent of the governed”?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Socialism

• Dictatorship

“All men are created equal."

• Equality

• Liberty

• Democracy

• Rights