Question

Which is the best example of a primary source document useful in the study of history?

Answer 1

A direct source of information would be useful in the study of history, such as a written document by the writer himself/herself.

Answer 2

the answers given are A) a documentary with analysis given of the even in question B) a peer-reviewed article written about the event by a respected historian C) a professorial analysis of key battlefield strategies of the event D)a journal excerpt from a person involved in the event in question

Answer 3

it would D because it is a direct source of information. A is more of a secondary source, B is secondary/ tertiary, C is secondary also. Only D is a source directly from the person who partook in the event.

Answer 4

Thanks!