Source Analysis Flashcards
What does the acronym O.C.M.A.P. stand for in source analysis?
Origin, Content, Motive, Audience, Perspective
What questions should be asked regarding the ‘Origin’ of a source?
Who made it? When? Where? Were they a participant or observer? Bias?
What types of content can a source be classified as?
Primary or secondary
What is a key consideration when analyzing the ‘Motive’ behind a source?
Why was it made? What is its purpose?
Who is the ‘Audience’ of a source?
Who was it made for? Was it public or private?
What does ‘Perspective’ refer to in source analysis?
The position or point of view of the source
What factors can affect a source’s Perspective?
- Social class
- Time written
- Occupation
- Religion
- Ideology/Worldview
- Nationality
- Gender
What is the value of a primary source?
Provides first-hand experience
What is a limitation of primary sources?
Often provide incomplete pictures
What insights can sources provide regarding historical events?
Attitudes, experiences, conflicts, motivations
What is a crucial step to enhance the value of a source?
Cross-referencing sources
What limitations should be considered when evaluating a source?
- Omission of key information
- Bias
- Knowledge
- Context
Fill in the blank: A source’s value can be assessed by asking how ______ it is for understanding the past.
[valuable]
True or False: Secondary sources provide first-hand experience.
False
What should be analyzed regarding the ‘Content’ of a source?
Is it primary or secondary? What is its type? Point of view?
What does ‘Bias’ in a source refer to?
A tendency to favor one perspective over others
How does ‘Time written’ affect a source’s perspective?
It indicates whether the source is primary or secondary and its context
What does ‘Ideology/Worldview’ encompass in perspective analysis?
Bias, education, political views
What is the significance of understanding the audience of a source?
It affects the reliability and intent of the information presented
