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Utilizing Sources in Social Studies

Question 12 • SD-Early US History A

Why is Lange’s photograph a useful source for historians? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
It is a primary source about the Great Depression.
B
It analyzes why the Great Depression occurred.
C
It provides reliable evidence about the lives of migrant workers during the Great Depression.
D
It provides information about New Deal legislation passed during the Great Depression.
E
It can help people better understand how the Great Depression affected ordinary Americans.

Explanation

Lange’s photograph was made during the Great Depression, so it is a primary source from that period. It provides visual evidence of the hardships faced by migrant workers and helps historians understand how the Depression affected ordinary Americans. The photograph does not explain why the Depression began or provide details about New Deal legislation.

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