Here are the answers from the worksheet key, explained simply:
1)
Primary
*Reason:* A diary written by someone living at that time is a firsthand account.
2)
Secondary
*Reason:* The magazine article was written in 1980, which is long after the 1860–1890 time period it discusses.
3)
Secondary
*Reason:* A textbook summarizes information; it does not come directly from the time period being studied.
4)
Primary
*Reason:* An original photograph taken in 1880 is direct evidence from the time you are studying.
5)
Primary
*Reason:* The gold pan is an actual object (artifact) used during the time period (1872).
6)
Secondary
*Reason:* The book was published in 1992, long after the mining events happened. It tells the story later, rather than being there at the time.
7)
Primary
*Reason:* Even though you found a copy on a website, the document itself ("Idaho Mining Laws of 1875") was created during the time period.
8)
Secondary
*Reason:* Encyclopedias and websites summarize facts using other sources; they are not original records from history.
Final Answer:
1) Primary
2) Secondary
3) Secondary
4) Primary
5) Primary
6) Secondary
7) Primary
8) Secondary
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of primary and secondary source worksheet.
