Question
Using Primary and Secondary Resources
This activity will help you meet this educational goal:
You will explore primary and secondary sources and draw conclusions from them.
Directions
Read the instructions for this self-checked activity. Type in your response to each question, and check your answers. At the end of the activity, write a brief evaluation of your work.
Activity
In this activity, you will use primary and secondary sources in various ways, including drawing inferences, determining point of view, and finding the main idea.
Question 1
Question
Drag each tile to the correct box.
Use your skill at making inferences to determine the order of a set of events in a primary source. The source is an excerpt from a 1775 statement by James Barrett, Colonel of the Concord Militia, about the Battle at North Bridge in Massachusetts:
I ordered said militia to march to said bridge and pass the same, but not to fire on the King’s troops unless they were first fired upon. We advanced near said Bridge, when the said troops fired upon our militia and killed two men dead on the spot, and wounded several others, which was the first firing of guns in the town of Concord. My detachment then returned fire, which killed and wounded several of the King’s soldiers.
Arrange the following events in order.
Tiles
War between the British and American colonists officially begins.
British troops fire upon the colonial militia.
British troops arrive in the American colonies.
The colonial militia fires upon British troops.
Colonial militia takes positions in Massachusetts.
Sequence
↓
↓
↓
↓
Correct!
Question 2
You learned that images can also be primary sources. By analyzing an image, you can learn about the creator’s point of view. Study this engraving of George Washington, and then respond to the questions that follow.
an artist's impression of George Washington with his troops
Part A
Question
Select the correct answer.
Which of the following is a clue that the creator of the engraving supports Washington’s actions?
Washington is the primary figure in the image.
Washington is the smallest human figure in the image.
The American flag is important in the image.
Washington is shown standing in front of an applauding crowd.
Correct!
Explanation:
The positioning of George Washington in the image indicates that the creator respected and supports his actions.
Part B
Question
Select the correct answer.
If a British artist had created this engraving, how might it have been different?
It could have a title about the rebel army that Washington led.
Washington might be dressed in a red jacket instead of a blue one.
The tree in the image could be a species that grows only in Britain.
The flag in the image might be a British flag.
Correct!
Explanation:
Saying the image is of a rebel army would indicate a British point of view. Also, a British artist might not have shown Washington in such a dignified light.
Question 3
Read this excerpt from the Declaration of Independence, which is a primary source:
We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States; that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain, is and ought to be totally dissolved; and that as Free and Independent States, they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which Independent States may of right do. And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.
Now write a three-sentence summary of the excerpt.
Space used(includes formatting): 204 / 30000
Question 4
Question
Drag the tiles to the correct boxes to complete the pairs.
Read the information in this secondary source about George Washington. Then match the following clues from the passage with what they say about the source and content.
Tiles
Washington had a happy life.
Washington was born in 1732.
Whitehouse.gov
2006
Pairs
a fact about Washington’s life
arrowBoth
an indication that the website
is credible
arrowBoth
the year when this information
was written and published
arrowBoth
an opinion about Washington’s life
arrowBoth
Correct!
This activity will help you meet this educational goal:
You will explore primary and secondary sources and draw conclusions from them.
Directions
Read the instructions for this self-checked activity. Type in your response to each question, and check your answers. At the end of the activity, write a brief evaluation of your work.
Activity
In this activity, you will use primary and secondary sources in various ways, including drawing inferences, determining point of view, and finding the main idea.
Question 1
Question
Drag each tile to the correct box.
Use your skill at making inferences to determine the order of a set of events in a primary source. The source is an excerpt from a 1775 statement by James Barrett, Colonel of the Concord Militia, about the Battle at North Bridge in Massachusetts:
I ordered said militia to march to said bridge and pass the same, but not to fire on the King’s troops unless they were first fired upon. We advanced near said Bridge, when the said troops fired upon our militia and killed two men dead on the spot, and wounded several others, which was the first firing of guns in the town of Concord. My detachment then returned fire, which killed and wounded several of the King’s soldiers.
Arrange the following events in order.
Tiles
War between the British and American colonists officially begins.
British troops fire upon the colonial militia.
British troops arrive in the American colonies.
The colonial militia fires upon British troops.
Colonial militia takes positions in Massachusetts.
Sequence
↓
↓
↓
↓
Correct!
Question 2
You learned that images can also be primary sources. By analyzing an image, you can learn about the creator’s point of view. Study this engraving of George Washington, and then respond to the questions that follow.
an artist's impression of George Washington with his troops
Part A
Question
Select the correct answer.
Which of the following is a clue that the creator of the engraving supports Washington’s actions?
Washington is the primary figure in the image.
Washington is the smallest human figure in the image.
The American flag is important in the image.
Washington is shown standing in front of an applauding crowd.
Correct!
Explanation:
The positioning of George Washington in the image indicates that the creator respected and supports his actions.
Part B
Question
Select the correct answer.
If a British artist had created this engraving, how might it have been different?
It could have a title about the rebel army that Washington led.
Washington might be dressed in a red jacket instead of a blue one.
The tree in the image could be a species that grows only in Britain.
The flag in the image might be a British flag.
Correct!
Explanation:
Saying the image is of a rebel army would indicate a British point of view. Also, a British artist might not have shown Washington in such a dignified light.
Question 3
Read this excerpt from the Declaration of Independence, which is a primary source:
We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States; that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain, is and ought to be totally dissolved; and that as Free and Independent States, they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which Independent States may of right do. And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.
Now write a three-sentence summary of the excerpt.
Space used(includes formatting): 204 / 30000
Question 4
Question
Drag the tiles to the correct boxes to complete the pairs.
Read the information in this secondary source about George Washington. Then match the following clues from the passage with what they say about the source and content.
Tiles
Washington had a happy life.
Washington was born in 1732.
Whitehouse.gov
2006
Pairs
a fact about Washington’s life
arrowBoth
an indication that the website
is credible
arrowBoth
the year when this information
was written and published
arrowBoth
an opinion about Washington’s life
arrowBoth
Correct!
Answers
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### Answers
### Question 1
**Sequence of Events:**
1. British troops arrive in the American colonies.
2. Colonial militia takes positions in Massachusetts.
3. British troops fire upon the colonial militia.
4. The colonial militia fires upon British troops.
5. War between the British and American colonists officially begins.
### Question 2
#### Part A
The correct answer is: **Washington is the primary figure in the image.**
#### Part B
The correct answer is: **It could have a title about the rebel army that Washington led.**
### Question 3
**Summary of the Excerpt from the Declaration of Independence:**
The representatives of the United States declare their intention to break free from British rule, stating that they are entitled to be independent states. They emphasize their right to govern themselves, make alliances, and conduct war. Furthermore, they pledge their lives and fortunes to support this declaration, relying on divine providence for protection.
### Question 4
#### Pairs
1. **Washington had a happy life.** - an opinion about Washington’s life
2. **Washington was born in 1732.** - a fact about Washington’s life
3. **Whitehouse.gov** - an indication that the website is credible
4. **2006** - the year when this information was written and published
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### Evaluation of My Work
I have successfully completed the activity by accurately answering all questions related to primary and secondary sources. The arrangements of events, analyses of images, summaries, and pairing of clues were conducted carefully, demonstrating my understanding of the material. The excerpts and images were effectively leveraged to draw conclusions about historical perspectives and credibility. Overall, I am satisfied with my work and my ability to engage with primary and secondary sources to enhance my learning and comprehension of historical events.
### Question 1
**Sequence of Events:**
1. British troops arrive in the American colonies.
2. Colonial militia takes positions in Massachusetts.
3. British troops fire upon the colonial militia.
4. The colonial militia fires upon British troops.
5. War between the British and American colonists officially begins.
### Question 2
#### Part A
The correct answer is: **Washington is the primary figure in the image.**
#### Part B
The correct answer is: **It could have a title about the rebel army that Washington led.**
### Question 3
**Summary of the Excerpt from the Declaration of Independence:**
The representatives of the United States declare their intention to break free from British rule, stating that they are entitled to be independent states. They emphasize their right to govern themselves, make alliances, and conduct war. Furthermore, they pledge their lives and fortunes to support this declaration, relying on divine providence for protection.
### Question 4
#### Pairs
1. **Washington had a happy life.** - an opinion about Washington’s life
2. **Washington was born in 1732.** - a fact about Washington’s life
3. **Whitehouse.gov** - an indication that the website is credible
4. **2006** - the year when this information was written and published
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### Evaluation of My Work
I have successfully completed the activity by accurately answering all questions related to primary and secondary sources. The arrangements of events, analyses of images, summaries, and pairing of clues were conducted carefully, demonstrating my understanding of the material. The excerpts and images were effectively leveraged to draw conclusions about historical perspectives and credibility. Overall, I am satisfied with my work and my ability to engage with primary and secondary sources to enhance my learning and comprehension of historical events.