Quiz101-Sources

What type of source is a diary from World War II?

• Secondary source

• Primary source

• Tertiary source

• None of the above

Which of the following is NOT an example of a primary source?

• A photograph taken during an event

• A government report published in the year of the event

• A history book analyzing the event

• A diary written by an eyewitness

A secondary source is created by:

• Someone who experienced the event firsthand

• An author analyzing primary sources

• A government official during the event

• None of the above

What is the main focus of external criticism?

• The author's intent

• The physical characteristics of the source

• The content's truthfulness

• The historical impact of the source

Internal criticism analyzes the source's:

• Physical authenticity

• Content and truthfulness

• Relevance to modern times

• Technological advancements

A speech given by a president during a war is a:

• Primary source

• Secondary source

• Fictional account

• Tertiary source

Evaluating the materials used in a historical document falls under:

• Internal criticism

• External criticism

• Secondary source analysis

• Historical contextualization

Which of these questions is relevant for internal criticism?

• Does the material match the era?

• What was the author's purpose?

• Was the document found in a reliable archive?

• Is the font style appropriate for the period?

Which source would most likely require internal criticism?

• An ancient coin

• A biography of a historical figure

• A letter written by a historical figure

• A newspaper clipping from the event

What type of source is a research article analyzing ancient texts?

• Primary source

• Secondary source

• Oral history

• None of the above