NHD Chapter 6

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

• Primary sources are more reliable
• Secondary sources are more relevant
• Primary sources are firsthand accounts
• Secondary sources are easier to find

What is the first step in identifying a primary source?

• Interpreting
• Sourcing
• Analyzing
• Summarizing

Why is it important to use relevant sources in research?

• To make your research more accurate
• To make your research more interesting
• To impress your teacher
• To support your research question

What is the main difference between primary and secondary sources?

• Primary sources are more reliable
• Secondary sources are more relevant
• Secondary sources are easier to find
• Primary sources are firsthand accounts

What information do you learn when you source a primary source?

• Who, when, why
• Why, where, how
• What, where, how
• Who, what, when

What is the purpose of close reading in historical research?

• To gain a deeper understanding
• To interpret the source
• To analyze the source
• To summarize the source

What does close reading involve?

• Reading text only
• Reading and summarizing text, images, and artifacts
• Reading and analyzing text, images, and artifacts
• Reading images and artifacts only

What is the three-question test used to determine reliability of sources?

• Why, where, how
• What, where, how
• Is the source credible, trustworthy, accurate
• Who, what, when

What is the role of historical context in understanding a topic?

• It provides background and setting for the topic
• It provides a foundation for research skills
• It helps determine the reliability of sources
• It helps determine the relevance of sources

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when determining relevant historical context?

• Regional trends
• National trends
• Global trends
• Personal opinions