Source Analysis Worksheet

What is the main purpose of Source 3?

• To entertain readers with a made-up story

• To inform readers about Harriet Tubman's life and accomplishments

• To persuade readers to move north

• To explain how to draw a map

How do the headings in Source 3 help readers?

• They make the article longer

• They organize information into sections about Tubman's life

• They tell readers what to believe

• They replace the need for paragraphs

Which detail BEST shows Harriet Tubman's bravery?

• She was born in Maryland.

• She worked as a cook.

• She returned to help others escape to freedom.

• She lived during the Civil War.

How does Source 1 help readers understand the Underground Railroad?

• It gives a personal point of view showing secrecy and danger.

• It lists dates and statistics.

• It explains laws in the South.

• It teaches readers how to build railroads.

How does the illustration (Source 2) support the sources?

• It helps readers visualize secret travel to freedom.

• It proves all travel happened in daytime.

• It explains Harriet Tubman's childhood.

• It gives readers new dialogue.

Which source would be MOST useful for learning facts about Harriet Tubman?

• Source 1

• Source 2

• Source 3

• All sources equally

Which TWO ideas are supported by the sources?

• Escaping to freedom was dangerous.

• Harriet Tubman helped others.

• The Underground Railroad was an actual train.

• Travel was easy and safe.

Which sentence would BEST conclude Source 3?

• Harriet Tubman's courage and actions made her an important American hero.

• Harriet Tubman liked traveling.

• Many people lived in Maryland.

• The Civil War was long.