Understanding Primary and Secondary Sources

What are some of the ways we learn about the past?

• Through dreams

• Through books, movies, and video games

• By guessing

• By asking our friends

What is a primary source?

• A source created after the time period being studied

• A source created during the time period being studied

• A source that is always accurate

• A source that is fictional

Which of the following is NOT an example of a primary source from Shakespeare's time?

• Shakespeare's plays

• A modern textbook about Shakespeare

• Shakespeare's letters

• Tax records from his time

What is a secondary source?

• A source that is always accurate

• A source created after the time period being studied

• A source that is always fictional

• A source created during the time period being studied

Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?

• Shakespeare's favorite hat

• A tax record from Shakespeare's time

• A modern movie about Shakespeare

• A letter written by Shakespeare

Why are primary sources important for historians?

• They are easier to find

• They are always more interesting

• They provide direct evidence from the past

• They are always more accurate

What is historiography?

• The study of the opinions of other historians

• The study of ancient artifacts

• The study of primary sources

• The study of secondary sources

Which of the following statements is true about secondary sources?

• They are always accurate

• They can vary in quality and accuracy

• They are always fictional

• They are always created by historians

What should historians do first when investigating the past?

• Watch movies about the past

• Consult secondary sources

• Look at primary sources

• Read modern textbooks

What does the video encourage viewers to do at the end?

• Write their own history books

• Subscribe to the channel for more videos

• Visit a museum

• Read more about Shakespeare