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Synthesizing Sources

Question 2 • OK-English Language Arts 12 A1 – EDGNTY-83861 26-27

Which is a purpose of a secondary source?

Answer
A
to give the reader a sense of a real-life experience
B
to analyze the evidence and findings of others
C
to provide an observation of a firsthand event
D
to help the reader gain an unfiltered view of the past

Explanation

A secondary source examines and interprets information created by others, such as historical evidence or research findings. Therefore, its purpose is to analyze the evidence and findings of others. Choices A, C, and D describe purposes more closely associated with firsthand or primary sources.

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