Primary Sources
What is a primary source?
A primary source is a direct or firsthand piece of evidence from the time or event being studied.
What is a secondary source?
A secondary source is a document or recording that discusses or analyzes primary sources.
What defines a fact?
A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false based on evidence.
What does it mean to analyze a source?
To examine the source critically to understand its validity, reliability, and relevance.
what is bias?
Bias is a tendency to favor one perspective or viewpoint over others.
Identify a primary source from the list: a. letter b. textbook
a. letter
Which of the following is NOT a secondary source: a. biography b. interview
b. interview
Identify the opinion: A Swimming is the best exercise b. Over half the students are female.
A swimming is the best exercise.
Name one aspect to evaluate when analyzing a source.
The author's credentials or the publication date.
How can an author's perspective affect their writing?
It can shape the way information is presented, potentially skewing it towards a particular viewpoint.
Name one example of an oral history?
An interview with someone who experienced an event in the past.
Identify one key difference between primary and secondary sources
Primary sources are created during the time of study, while secondary sources analyze or interpret those events after the fact.
Why is it important to distinguish between fact and opinion?
To ensure accurate understanding and interpretation of information.
What is the purpose of determining an author's bias?
To understand how the bias might affect the interpretation of the information presented.
Give an example of how bias can influence historical interpretation.
A historian may present events favorably or unfavorably based on their personal beliefs.
True or False: A primary source is created by someone who witnessed the event?
True
Name one example of a secondary source.
A biography or a textbook
What is a possible bias in stating, "Purple is a relaxing color"?
The bias suggests that all people view purple as relaxing, which may not be true for everyone.
Identify a step that is NOT part of analyzing a source.
Personal preference for the topic being discussed.
What is the role or personal beliefs in shaping opinion?
Personal beliefs infom how individuals interpret facts and form opinions.
Which research method uses primary sources?
Historians use primary sources in their research.
True or False: A secondary source is always less reliable than a primary source
False
How can you verify a fact?
By checking reputable sources or evidence that support the statment.
How do historians study history through documents?
By examining written records, letters, and other documents from the period they are studying
Why should readers be aware of bias in sources?
To critically evaluate the information and understand any potential influences on the content