Free Printable Compare and Contrast Firsthand and Secondhand Accounts

1.

A firsthand account is based on an author's ____________.

a)

experience

b)

opinion

c)

research

d)

facts

2.

I walked along the river and felt the summer breeze blow against my skin. The water was peaceful and the sound of the birds singing in the trees made me feel at peace.

Is this a first or second hand account?

a)

firsthand

b)

secondhand

3.

A second hand account is based on an author's _________.

a)

experience

b)

opinion

c)

research

d)

facts

4.

Harry Houdini was a great magician who performed many daring escape acts. He amazed crowds by escaping handcuffs, unlocking chains and surviving impossible situations. He died on Halloween in 1926.

Is this a first or secondhand account?

a)

firsthand

b)

secondhand

5.

Which is NOT an example of a firsthand account?

a)

journal

b)

letter

c)

interview

d)

biography

6.

Which is NOT an example of a secondhand account?

a)

journal / diary

b)

dictionary

c)

biography

d)

textbook

7.

Choose the answer that would be a firsthand account.

a)

An article researched and written about the Civil War.

b)

A picture searched and found on Google.

c)

A letter written by a slave about the Underground Railroad.

d)

A textbook about American History.

8.

Choose the answer that would be a secondhand account.

a)

A letter written by Abraham Lincoln.

b)

A paper researched and written by a college student.

c)

A journal entry explaining the final moments on the Titanic.

d)

An interview with a firefighter about the most dangerous fire he's dealt with.

9.

A first-hand account uses these words

a)

He, She, They

b)

Me, I, We, Us

10.

A first-hand account is told by

a)

Someone who witnessed the event, or was there when it happened.

b)

Someone who watched a documentary about the event.

c)

Someone who is friends with a witness of the event, but was NOT there when it happened.

d)

Someone who heard about the event on the news.

11.

A second-hand account uses the words

a)

Me, my, I, we, us

b)

They, she, he

12.

When it is in writing, a first-hand account is written in

a)

first person point of view

b)

second person point of view

c)

third person point of view

13.

Is this a first-hand account, or a second-hand account?

"I was walking home from class on Monday around 5:00 when I saw something shiny in the sky. I couldn't tell what it was, but the closer I got, the scarier it looked!"

a)

First-hand

b)

Second-hand

14.

Is this a first-hand account, or a second-hand account?

"Hey, did you hear about the new arcade that is going to open? My friend drove by there yesterday, and said that it is almost ready, they already have signs up and everything! I cant wait to go."

a)

First-hand

b)

Second-hand

15.

If you read a description of a real event that is based on research and written by someone who was NOT there to witness the event, it is called (a) ______________________.

a)

Firsthand Account

b)

Secondhand Account

c)

Third Person Point of View

d)

First Person Point of View

16.

A biography is a book written by a person, about another persons life.

For example: Miss Bayer wrote a biography about Miss Kline.

Would this be a first-hand account, or a second-hand account?

a)

first-hand account

b)

second-hand account

17.

An autobiography is a text written by a person, about their own life.

If you were to read an autobiography, would you be reading a first-hand account, or a second-hand account?

a)

first-hand account

b)

second-hand account

18.

What type of account was the author personally there to experience the event.

a)

Firsthand Account

b)

Secondhand Account

19.

Firsthand accounts can also be called __________ sources.

a)

Secondary

b)

Good

c)

Account

d)

Primary

20.

Is this a firsthand or secondhand account?

"During the dust storm, I could not breathe or see my house."

a)

Firsthand Account

b)

Secondhand Account

21.

Pronouns like _____ , _____ , or _____ will be used in a secondhand account.

a)

He, she, or they

b)

ONLY I

c)

I, me, and we

d)

All of the above

22.

Which is NOT an example of a firsthand account?

a)

Diaries

b)

Speeches

c)

Interviews

d)

Textbooks

23.

What account is based off personal experience?

a)

Firsthand Account

b)

Secondhand Account

24.

Secondhand account is based on an author’s __________.

a)

Personal Experience

b)

Account

c)

Point of View

d)

Research

25.

Pronouns like ____ , ____ , ____ we will be used in a firsthand account.

a)

He, she, they

b)

ONLY WE

c)

I, me, we

d)

It doesn't matter

26.

After your teacher tells you and your classmates a funny story about her first time riding a roller coaster, your classmate draws a comic strip about the event. The comic strip is...

a)

firsthand account

b)

secondhand account

27.

You read a book about World War I. It includes letters written from the soldiers to their loved ones back home in America, telling them about the war. The letters are...

a)

firsthand account

b)

secondhand account

28.

A description of an REAL event that is based on research and written by someone who was NOT there to witness the event is called a ______________________.

a)

Firsthand Account

b)

Secondhand Account

c)

Third Person Point of View

d)

First Person Point of View

29.

What is an example of a firsthand account?

a)

a newspaper article about the president visiting a local elementary school

b)

a letter written by someone who saw their house destroyed by a tornado

c)

a nonfiction book about the sinking of the Titanic

d)

a science textbook

30.

Is this passage written by firsthand or secondhand accounts?

"Today I went to the mall to hang out with my friends. We had such a great time because we bought lots of toys and clothes for Christmas!"

a)

firsthand account

b)

secondhand account

31.

What account is the following passage?

"The people moved West because they wanted to search for gold. They hoped they would get land and become rich."

a)

firsthand account

b)

secondhand account

32.

In 1843, thousands of people began traveling across America to the open lands of the West. Most of these people followed a path known as the Oregon Trail. Pioneers set out from towns along the Missouri River in the Midwest. They made a 2,000 mile trek to their new homes in California and Oregon. Some traveled in covered wagons. Others were on foot or horseback. The route was filled with danger and hardship.

This passage is a _________________________.

a)

firsthand account

b)

secondhand account

33.

You read an email from your grandfather, and he tells some funny stories about when he taught your mom how to drive a car. The email is...

a)

firsthand account

b)

secondhand account

34.

A biography is an example of which type of account?

a)

Firsthand

b)

Secondhand

35.

Harry Houdini was a great magician who performed many daring escape acts. He amazed crowds by escaping handcuffs, unlocking chains and surviving impossible situations. He died on Halloween in 1926.

Is this a firsthand or secondhand account?

a)

firsthand

b)

secondhand

36.

Choice the answer that would be a firsthand account.

a)

An article researched and written about the Civil War.

b)

A letter written by a slave about the Underground Railroad.

c)

A picture searched and found on Google.

d)

A textbook about American History.

37.

Passage 2
The first winter storm of the year has hit the Pacific Northwest. So far, Washington has been the hardest hit. Reports from the east side of the state say that more than two feet of snow has fallen in the past 24 hours. Ice has been a problem in the mountain passes. Ski areas on Mt. Rainier report very slick roads. Snow is also falling lightly at this hour in Olympia and Tacoma. Seattle is clear and cold. We thank the reporters at our sister station up in Washington, KARA, for bringing us this report.The weather report in passage 2 is a secondhand account because the narrator

a)

is writing about things he or she did not see

b)

is talking directly to the audience as the report is given

c)

went to the places in the report in order to write about them

d)

tells about different parts of the state instead of just one

38.

Dogs and cats are both popular pets that people love for different reasons. Dogs are known for their loyalty and love to play with their owners. They enjoy going for walks and running around outside. On the other hand, cats are independent creatures that like to do things on their own. They are great at keeping themselves clean and love to relax in cozy spots around the house. While dogs are usually more energetic and eager to please, cats are often more laid-back and enjoy their own space. Both animals make great companions, but they have different personalities and needs, so it's essential to understand and care for them in their own unique ways.

According to the paragraph, what is a similarity between dogs and cats?

a)

They both prefer independence.

b)

They both require a lot of attention.

c)

They both enjoy going for walks.

d)

They both make great companions.

39.

Dogs and cats are both popular pets that people love for different reasons. Dogs are known for their loyalty and love to play with their owners. They enjoy going for walks and running around outside. On the other hand, cats are independent creatures that like to do things on their own. They are great at keeping themselves clean and love to relax in cozy spots around the house. While dogs are usually more energetic and eager to please, cats are often more laid-back and enjoy their own space. Both animals make great companions, but they have different personalities and needs, so it's essential to understand and care for them in their own unique ways.

What is a difference between dogs and cats, as mentioned in the paragraph?

a)

Dogs are more laid-back.

b)

Cats are known for their loyalty.

c)

Dogs enjoy relaxing in cozy spots.

d)

Cats are independent creatures.

40.

Dogs and cats are both popular pets that people love for different reasons. Dogs are known for their loyalty and love to play with their owners. They enjoy going for walks and running around outside. On the other hand, cats are independent creatures that like to do things on their own. They are great at keeping themselves clean and love to relax in cozy spots around the house. While dogs are usually more energetic and eager to please, cats are often more laid-back and enjoy their own space. Both animals make great companions, but they have different personalities and needs, so it's essential to understand and care for them in their own unique ways.

According to the paragraph, what activity do dogs particularly enjoy?

a)

Keeping themselves clean.

b)

Running around outside.

c)

Relaxing in cozy spots.

d)

Playing with their owners.

41.

Organize these options into the right categories

Dogs and cats are both popular pets that people love for different reasons. Dogs are known for their loyalty and love to play with their owners. They enjoy going for walks and running around outside. On the other hand, cats are independent creatures that like to do things on their own. They are great at keeping themselves clean and love to relax in cozy spots around the house. While dogs are usually more energetic and eager to please, cats are often more laid-back and enjoy their own space. Both animals make great companions, but they have different personalities and needs, so it's essential to understand and care for them in their own unique ways.

a)

Cats Only

1.

Independent

b)

Dogs Only

2.

Loyal

c)

Both Cats and Dogs

3.

Great Companions

42.

Organize these options into the right categories

Dogs and cats are both popular pets that people love for different reasons. Dogs are known for their loyalty and love to play with their owners. They enjoy going for walks and running around outside. On the other hand, cats are independent creatures that like to do things on their own. They are great at keeping themselves clean and love to relax in cozy spots around the house. While dogs are usually more energetic and eager to please, cats are often more laid-back and enjoy their own space. Both animals make great companions, but they have different personalities and needs, so it's essential to understand and care for them in their own unique ways.

a)

Cats Only

1.

Keep Themselves Clean

b)

Dogs Only

2.

Going for walks

c)

Both Cats and Dogs

3.

Popular Pets

43.

Dogs and cats are both popular pets that people love for different reasons. Dogs are known for their loyalty and love to play with their owners. They enjoy going for walks and running around outside. On the other hand, cats are independent creatures that like to do things on their own. They are great at keeping themselves clean and love to relax in cozy spots around the house. While dogs are usually more energetic and eager to please, cats are often more laid-back and enjoy their own space. Both animals make great companions, but they have different personalities and needs, so it's essential to understand and care for them in their own unique ways.

How are dogs and cats characterized in the paragraph?

a)

They have similar personalities and needs.

b)

They both prefer to be alone.

c)

They both enjoy the same activities.

d)

They have different personalities and needs.

44.

When comparing and contrasting, you should ________.

a)

write similarities in the overlapping section of a Venn diagram

b)

write similarities in the arrows of a flow chart

c)

write differences in the overlapping sections of a Venn diagram

d)

skip pre-writing and begin writing the essay right away

45.

When comparing and contrasting, you should ________.

a)

write similarities in the outside sections of a Venn diagram

b)

write similarities in the arrows of a flow chart

c)

write differences in the outside sections of a Venn diagram

d)

skip pre-writing and begin writing the essay right away

46.

What type of story structure looks at similarities and differences in a text?

a)

sequence

b)

fiction

c)

main idea

d)

compare and contrast

47.

What does it mean to contrast?

a)

to tell what is alike and what is the same

b)

to tell what is the same

c)

to tell what is different

d)

to tell what is alike and what is different

48.

What does it mean to compare things?

a)

to tell the differences

b)

to tell the similarities

c)

To tell how something is the same and different

d)

To contrast something

Compare and Contrast Firsthand and Secondhand Accounts

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