Priimary and Secondary

What are the main purposes of the research process?

• To explore a topic and answer questions about it.

• To only find information from primary sources.

• To write a book about a historical event.

• To create new information without using existing sources.

Why is it important to use a variety of print and digital resources for research?

• To ensure the information is accurate and to get a broader picture of the topic.

• To make the research process longer and more challenging.

• To only focus on one type of information.

• To avoid using any digital resources.

What is the key characteristic of a primary source?

• It is produced by someone who witnessed or experienced an event firsthand.

• It analyzes and interprets information from other sources.

• It is always a book or an encyclopedia.

• It is created by people who were not present during the events.

What defines a secondary source?

• It is created by people who were not present during the events but referenced primary sources for information.

• It is an original record of an event.

• It is always a diary or a letter.

• It provides firsthand accounts of historical events.

Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?

• A diary

• An interview

• A textbook

• A photograph