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Source analysis test
An 8th-grade source analysis test where students identify source types, purpose, point of view, and reliability through questions like distinguishing primary sources from secondary ones, analyzing photographs, and classifying encyclopedia articles, practicing critical evaluation skills.
By Edform · History · Grade 8 · Published Oct 15, 2026 · New
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Questions
- Which of the following is a primary source about the American Revolution?
- Which of these are secondary sources? Select all that apply.
- A photograph taken during the event is considered a primary source.
- What type of source is an encyclopedia article about World War II?
- What is the main purpose of a primary source?
- Which factors help determine if a source is reliable? Select all that apply.
- A secondary source can never be biased.
- What is the term for the creator’s position or attitude expressed in a source?
- Which question best helps you identify the purpose of a source?
- A diary entry from a person living during the Great Depression is a primary source.
- Which of these are examples of bias in a historical source? Select all that apply.
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