3.3.1 Gathering primary sources

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  • A clear research question helps you focus your research
  • What is an example of a more precise research question compared to "What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution?"
    How did the factory system impact urban living conditions in 19th century England?
  • Match the primary source type with its use:
    Letters ↔️ Understanding individual perspectives
    Diaries ↔️ Gaining insight into daily life
    Photographs ↔️ Providing visual evidence
    Newspapers ↔️ Reflecting public opinion
    Official Documents ↔️ Establishing facts and policies
  • What is the difference between archives and libraries in terms of primary sources?
    Archives: historical documents; Libraries: published primary sources
  • Steps to locate primary sources in archives and libraries:
    1️⃣ Use online catalogs and databases
    2️⃣ Employ keyword searches
    3️⃣ Filter by date range, location, and source type
    4️⃣ Consult archivists or librarians
  • Defining a clear research question is optional for a successful historical investigation.
    False
  • Match the primary source type with its example:
    Letters ↔️ Personal correspondence
    Diaries ↔️ Private journals
    Photographs ↔️ Urban landscapes
    Newspapers ↔️ News articles
    Official Documents ↔️ Legal records
  • Notable online databases for primary sources include the Library of Congress
  • What are the key criteria for evaluating the reliability of a primary source?
    Credibility, consistency, completeness
  • What does authenticity confirm about a primary source?
    The genuineness of the source
  • Reliability focuses on the accuracy of information, while authenticity focuses on the genuineness of the source.
  • Why is defining a clear research question essential for a successful historical investigation?
    Focus, structure, address key aspects
  • A clear research question example is: "How did World War II impact the role of women in the workforce
  • What is a more precise research question than "What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution?"
    How did the factory system impact urban living conditions in 19th century England?
  • Match the primary source type with its example:
    Letters ↔️ Personal correspondence
    Diaries ↔️ Private journals
    Photographs ↔️ Urban landscapes
    Newspapers ↔️ News articles
    Official Documents ↔️ Government reports
  • Which primary sources are relevant for analyzing "How did the factory system impact urban living conditions in 19th century England?"
    Letters, photographs, official documents
  • Libraries hold published sources like newspapers
  • What are two effective search strategies for locating primary sources in archives and libraries?
    Online catalogs, keyword searches
  • Reliability of a primary source refers to the accuracy of its information.
  • Authenticity of a primary source means it is not a forgery
  • What are two key questions for evaluating the reliability of a primary source?
    How credible is the author? Does the information align with other sources?
  • Steps for verifying the authenticity of a primary source
    1️⃣ Authenticate the author
    2️⃣ Verify the context
    3️⃣ Examine physical characteristics
  • Documenting a primary source involves noting all relevant details such as author, title, and date.