Exploring History Through Sources

Which of the following is an example of a primary source in ancient civilizations?

• A textbook on Roman history

• A diary of a Roman soldier

• A modern documentary on ancient Egypt

• An analysis of Greek philosophy by a contemporary scholar

What type of source is a historian's book discussing the strategies used in World War II?

• Primary source

• Secondary source

• Tertiary source

• Quaternary source

In a "Works Cited" page for a paper on the American Revolution, which of the following sources is most appropriate?

• A novel set during the American Revolution

• A peer-reviewed article analyzing the Battle of Saratoga

• A website about modern American politics

• A personal blog post about a trip to Boston

Which of the following is a primary source in medieval Europe?

• A map of Europe created in the 15th century

• A history textbook published in the 20th century

• A novel set in medieval Scotland

• A documentary about the Crusades

Which of the following would be considered a secondary source in the Renaissance period?

• A painting from the Renaissance period

• A diary of a Renaissance artist

• An academic paper analyzing Renaissance art

• A letter written by a Renaissance merchant

What distinguishes a primary source from a secondary source?

• The date it was created

• Whether it is peer-reviewed

• Its directness of connection to the event or topic

• The length of the document

Why are primary sources important in studying ancient civilizations?

• They provide firsthand accounts of historical events

• They are easier to find and access

• They always contain accurate information

• They summarize events from multiple perspectives

A secondary source about World War II would most likely include:

• Original letters from soldiers

• An analysis of battle strategies

• Photographs taken during battles

• News articles from the war period

What is the purpose of a "Works Cited" page?

• To list sources the author found but did not use

• To give credit to the sources used in the research

• To summarize the main points of the sources

• To critique the sources for their reliability

Which of the following is NOT a reason to use secondary sources in research?

• To get an overview of a topic

• To find firsthand testimonies

• To understand the context of an event

• To analyze different interpretations of an event