Reliable Sources

What is a Secondary Source?

• A source that provides firsthand accounts of events.

• A source that interprets or analyzes primary sources and is not original material.

• A source that is created at the same time as the events it describes.

• A source that contains only statistical data without analysis.

What is the difference between a Primary Source and a Secondary Source?

• A Primary Source is a summary of existing research, while a Secondary Source is original material.

• A Primary Source is original material, while a Secondary Source interprets or analyzes that material.

• A Primary Source is a type of secondary source, while a Secondary Source is a type of primary source.

• A Primary Source is a fictional account, while a Secondary Source is a factual report.

Why is it important to use Reliable Sources?

• It ensures that the information is accurate and trustworthy.

• It allows for faster information retrieval.

• It provides a wider range of opinions.

• It helps in avoiding plagiarism.

What type of source is a diary considered?

• A Secondary Source

• A Tertiary Source

• A Primary Source

• A Quaternary Source

What is an example of a Secondary Source?

• Book reviews

• Historical documents

• Personal diaries

• Statistical data

What is the role of evidence in establishing a source's reliability?

• Evidence is irrelevant to a source's reliability.

• Evidence supports claims made in a source, helping to establish its credibility.

• Evidence is only necessary for academic sources.

• Evidence can be ignored if the source is popular.

What is the significance of current sources in a Reliable source?

• Current sources indicate that the information is up-to-date and relevant.

• Current sources are only important for academic papers.

• Current sources are less reliable than older sources.

• Current sources are not necessary for online content.

How can political ads affect the reliability of a source?

• They have no effect on reliability.

• They can indicate bias, making the source less reliable.

• They always improve the reliability of the source.

• They are only relevant for social media sources.

What is bias in a source?

• A tendency to favor one side over another, which can affect the reliability of the information.

• An objective presentation of facts without any favoritism.

• A method of ensuring all viewpoints are represented equally.

• A technique used to enhance the credibility of a source.

What is a Primary Source?

• A Primary Source is an original object or document that provides first-hand information.

• A Primary Source is a summary of information from various sources.

• A Primary Source is a secondary interpretation of an event.

• A Primary Source is a fictional account of historical events.