1. Primary and Secondary Sources

2. Draw this
Primary Sources
Secondary Sources

3. Primary Sources
Secondary Sources
Definition:
Definition:

4. Primary Source
A record created at or near the time of an event , often by an eyewitness
Usually written in first person
Written by someone alive at the time
Provides details about personal experiences or views

5. Secondary Source A record written by someone at a later time.
Usually written in the third person
Uses collected facts and visuals to provide information about people and events
Summarizes information or expresses an opinion

6. Primary Sources
Secondary Sources
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Definition:
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Examples:

7. Primary Source or Secondary Source?
Can you put them in the correct category…
diary
biography
letter
autobiography
Primary Source or Secondary Source?
speeches
encyclopedia (wikipedia)
textbook
government records

8. Primary Sources
Secondary Sources
Definition:
Definition:
Examples:
Examples:
Pictures:
Pictures: