Reliable Sources Quiz

Jackie is reading a history book about the Texas Revolution. Is the book a primary or secondary source? Justify your answer.

True or False? A secondary source is original documents or firsthand accounts.

• True

• False

Karina is investigating the history of space exploration. She comes across a video documentary about the first moon landing. Is the documentary a primary or secondary source? (Circle one)

• Primary

• Secondary

Noah is researching The Alamo for a school project. He finds a letter written by a soldier who fought the battle at the library. Is the letter a primary or secondary source? (Circle one)

• Primary

• Secondary

DeShawn is researching the history of cars. There are many sources on cars available. Which of the following is not a primary source?

• An interview with a person who designed the first car

• A diary entry about a road trip

• A book written by a historian analyzing the evolution of car designs

• A photograph taken at an early car show showcasing vintage models