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Today’s Warm Up 1.In 1492, Columbus ____________________. (Fill in the blank) 2. In one sentence, explain why Christopher Columbus is such a big deal.
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Today’s Warm Up: Christopher Columbus: Hero or Villain? Pick up the Christopher Columbus biographies by the turn-in tray. You will be reading two separate descriptions of Christopher Columbus – same guy, very different opinions Respond to the following questions as you read & be ready to share your ideas! – How does each description portray Christopher Columbus? – Why do you think there such a difference between the two descriptions?
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Gallery Walk – Part 1 Visit the sources hanging around the room. In the “Preview Column” on your graphic organizer, indicate on your graphic organizer whether each document is a primary or secondary source. Leave the second and third columns blank – this is the preview round!
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Primary vs. Secondary Sources Today’s LEQ: Why is it important to know the difference between historical facts and historical interpretations?
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What’s the difference?
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Primary Sources Document or physical object written or created during the time under study Offers an inside view
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For example… Diary of Anne Frank - Experiences of a Jewish family during WWII
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Secondary Sources Interpretation of a primary source (an outsider’s view) More steps removed from the event being studied
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For example… A history textbook or a magazine or journal that interprets/reviews past events...
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Why does this matter? Some secondary sources are reliable! However, be skeptical!!! – Facts based on documents or opinioned conclusions?
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The BIG Idea… It’s important to distinguish between historical fact and historical interpretation! – Is this all the evidence? Or, just what the author wanted me to read?
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What’s this have to do with Christopher Columbus???
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Gallery Walk – Part 2 Revisit the sources hanging around the room. Now that you understand the difference between historical fact and historical interpretation, indicate on your graphic organizer whether each document is a primary or secondary source. Be sure to include a brief explanation.
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Today’s Exit Ticket Answer today’s LEQ on the back of your warm up: – Why is it important to distinguish between historical fact and interpretation? Provide an example within your response.
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