Types of sources Flashcards
1
Q
What is a primary source?
A
A primary source is something that was created during the time in history that is being studied.
2
Q
What is a secondary source?
A
A secondary source is something that has been created after the time in history that is being studied.
3
Q
what are examples of primary sources?
A
- Diaries
- Letters
- Photographs
- Art
- Maps
- Film
- Sound recordings
- Interviews
- Newspapers
- Magazines
- Eyewitness accounts
- Buildings
- Everyday objects
- Graffiti
- Human remains
4
Q
What are examples of secondary sources?
A
- Replica model of artefact
- Painting of past event
- Reenactment or movie
- Newspaper article
- Gossip
- Biography
- Text
- Encyclopedia
