Analyzing Primary Sources and Inquiry Steps

The video tutorial from the Library of Congress explains how to analyze primary sources using a photograph. It introduces the resources available on the Library of Congress website and outlines the steps of observation, reflection, and questioning in the inquiry process. The tutorial emphasizes the nonlinear nature of inquiry and encourages learners to explore and formulate questions to deepen their understanding of history.

What types of primary sources does the Library of Congress provide digitally?

• Modern art pieces

• Only photographs

• Letters, maps, and sheet music

• Scientific journals

What is the first step in analyzing a primary source?

• Questioning

• Conclusion

• Reflection

• Observation

Which of the following is NOT a step in the inquiry process?

• Observation

• Reflection

• Questioning

• Summarizing

What should you do if your questions lead to new reflections during analysis?

• Ignore them

• Start a new analysis

• Conclude the analysis

• Revisit the observation step

What is encouraged after completing the analysis of a primary source?

• Forget about the source

• Conduct investigative work

• Write a fictional story

• Share on social media