Please help with history?
I have a project where I have to find the primary and or secondary source of today's time.
The questions are 1.what is the context of the primary/secondary source that you have discovered? 2.what do you believe this reveals about society today? 3. What does this source reveal about what people thought, sought, bought? I don't under stand what I am to do?!? THANKS!
You have to answer those questions about the source you're using.
For instance, if your source were Abigail Adams' letter to her husband, you'd say it is a primary source.
http://history.hanover.edu/courses/excerpts/165adams-rtl.html
The occasion was a letter to her husband who was not at home, but was helping formulate the U.S. Constitution.
Sure! I can help you understand what you need to do for your history project.
To start, let's clarify the difference between primary and secondary sources:
1. Primary sources: These are original materials that were created or witnessed by people who experienced the events or time period you are studying. Examples include letters, diaries, government documents, photographs, interviews, newspapers, speeches, or personal accounts.
2. Secondary sources: These are interpretations or analyses based on primary sources. They are created by scholars or researchers who were not present during the events they are discussing. Examples include textbooks, articles, documentaries, or books written after the time period in question.
Now, let's address the questions you need to answer:
1. What is the context of the primary/secondary source that you have discovered?
To answer this, you need to examine the source you have found and consider the historical background and circumstances in which it was created. For example, if you found a primary source like a newspaper article, you would need to understand when and where it was published, the events it was reporting on, and the larger historical context surrounding those events.
2. What do you believe this reveals about society today?
For this question, you need to analyze the primary or secondary source and consider how it reflects or parallels certain aspects of society today. Look for connections between the historical context of the source and current social, political, or economic situations.
3. What does this source reveal about what people thought, sought, bought?
To answer this question, you need to delve into the content of the primary or secondary source and extract information about people's thoughts, desires, or consumer behaviors. Look for clues about people's attitudes, beliefs, motivations, or purchasing patterns as presented in the source.
In order to complete your project, you will need to find relevant primary or secondary sources. You can start your search by using libraries, archives, databases, or online resources that specialize in historical materials. Make sure to evaluate the credibility and reliability of the sources you find.
Remember, the key to answering these questions is careful analysis and interpretation of the source material, while keeping in mind the historical context and its relevance to contemporary society.
I hope this explanation helps you understand what you need to do for your history project. If you have any more specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!