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What type of source would a book about the Roman Empire be considered?
What type of source would a book about the Roman Empire be considered?
- Tertiary source
- Primary source
- Quaternary source
- Secondary source (correct)
Which of the following is an example of a primary source for learning about ancient civilizations?
Which of the following is an example of a primary source for learning about ancient civilizations?
- A history textbook about ancient Egypt
- A journal article discussing the latest archeological findings in Pompeii
- A documentary on the construction of the Great Pyramid
- A collection of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics on a tomb wall (correct)
What is the primary role of historians in understanding the past?
What is the primary role of historians in understanding the past?
- To collect and interpret evidence from different sources (correct)
- To provide entertainment through historical fiction
- To invent stories about past civilizations
- To create new historical events
Which of these could be considered a secondary source?
Which of these could be considered a secondary source?
What is the main difference between primary and secondary sources?
What is the main difference between primary and secondary sources?
Flashcards
Interpretation of evidence
Interpretation of evidence
The process of analyzing historical evidence to understand past events.
Primary Sources
Primary Sources
Original materials from the time of an event, like newspapers and artifacts.
Secondary Sources
Secondary Sources
Works created after an event that analyze or summarize primary sources.
Examples of Primary Sources
Examples of Primary Sources
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Examples of Secondary Sources
Examples of Secondary Sources
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