Understanding Historical Sources and Perspectives

What is a "Primary Source"?

• A work that interprets or analyzes primary sources.

• A tendency to favor one side or opinion, often unfairly.

• Original materials from the time being studied.

• A person's perspective or opinion based on their experiences and beliefs.

Which of the following is a "Secondary Source"?

• A soldier’s diary vs. a general’s report on the same battle.

• A textbook or documentary about ancient Egypt.

• Letters, photos, speeches, or artifacts from WWII.

• A news article that only praises one political party.

What is an example of a "Primary Source"?

• A textbook or documentary about ancient Egypt.

• A news article that only praises one political party.

• Letters, photos, speeches, or artifacts from WWII.

• A soldier’s diary vs. a general’s report on the same battle.

Which term is defined as "A tendency to favor one side or opinion, often unfairly"?

• Point of View

• Bias

• Primary Source

• Secondary Source

What is an artifact?

• An object made or used by humans, typically from the past

• A natural rock formation

• A modern electronic device

• A fictional character

What does the term 'era' refer to in history?

• A distinct period marked by particular events or characteristics

• A random collection of years

• A single day in history

• A specific location

Chronological Means

• Relating to time order or sequence.
• Describing events in a random order.
• Focusing on emotional experiences rather than time.
• Relating to physical space or location.

Which of the following sources are primary or secondary (match each source appropriately)

• Secondary

• A historical book

• Primary

• History textbook

• Primary

• Diary entry

• Secondary

• Letter

• Primary

• Birth Certificate

A persons "Point of View"

• A person's favorite color.
• A person's perspective or opinion on a situation based on age, religion and experince.

• A person's height and weight.
• A person's job title.