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Research in Social Studies — Quiz

Question 11 • World History: Issues and Patterns

Which resource is a primary source that could be used for a research paper on the US military’s role in World War I?

Answer
A
a documentary about an American soldier who fought in several battles during the war
B
a history book focused on the experiences of American soldiers fighting in the war
C
an encyclopedia entry about a group of American soldiers who fought in the war
D
a letter written to a family member by an American soldier fighting in the war

Explanation

A primary source is a firsthand account created by someone who experienced the events. A letter written by an American soldier during World War I directly records that soldier’s experiences, so it is a primary source. The documentary, history book, and encyclopedia entry are later accounts that interpret or summarize the past.

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