George Washington is often called "the father of his country." He was the commander of the Continental Army. Washington was also the first president of the United States of America. The Continental Army defeated the British army during the American Revolution. The war ended in 1783, and Washington took office as president on April 30, 1789. Washington served as president until 1797.

Your instructor asks you to write a research paper over George Washington. During your research, you come across the above encyclopedia entry. What is the best way to classify this passage?

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George Washington is often called "the father of his country." He was the commander of the Continental Army. Washington was also the first president of the United States of America. The Continental Army defeated the British army during the American Revolution. The war ended in 1783, and Washington took office as president on April 30, 1789. Washington served as president until 1797.

Your instructor asks you to write a research paper over George Washington. During your research, you come across the above encyclopedia entry. What is the best way to classify this passage?

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A. a primary source
   B. a work of fiction
   C. a quote
   D a secondary source