Primary/Secondary Sources Flashcards

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What is a primary source?

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A document (eg, photo, diary, recount, quote) that comes from the time/event in question.

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What is a secondary source?

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A source that analyses or addresses and event after the fact, providing a second-hand opinion/recount.

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