Primary and Secondary Sources

All of these statements about primary sources are true except:

They are interpretations of past events, based on evidence and artifacts.

What is the correct definition of the word credibility?

the capability of being believed; trustworthiness

All of the following are examples of secondary sources except:

The Constitution of the United States

Which of the following is NOT an example of a primary source?

a documentary about the American Revolution

What is the correct definition of the word perspective?

a particular point of view

What is the correct definition of the word bias?

a personal or unreasoned judgment

When interpreting a primary source, it is important to recognize that experiences and upbringing influence an author's_______________.

perspective

Government websites and archives are good places to search for __________.

primary source information

Primary sources are

sources from people who participated in, or witnessed, the event.