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Synthesizing Sources — Quiz

Question 2 • English Language Arts 12

Which describes a primary source?

Answer
A
an article evaluating a presidential nominee
B
a commentary on a political candidate
C
a true story about a heroic forest ranger
D
an eyewitness account of a forest fire

Explanation

A primary source gives firsthand evidence from someone who directly experienced an event. An eyewitness account of a forest fire is firsthand, unlike an article or commentary evaluating someone, which interprets or analyzes information. Therefore, “an eyewitness account of a forest fire” is the primary source.

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