HIS 100 Module Two Activity: Primary and Secondary Sources
Replace the bracketed text below with your responses.
Non-graded portion
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List your historical research topic here: o
Chernobyl Graded portion:
Distinguish between primary and secondary sources.
Primary sources are original documents or data collected firsthand during the event or period being studied, such as letters, diaries, artifacts, or scientific research studies. Secondary sources offer interpretations, analysis, or summaries of primary sources or events by individuals not directly involved, including review articles, textbooks, and scholarly commentary. Explain why it is important to consult a variety of sources when conducting historical research. Include specific details and examples.
Consulting a variety of sources is important in historical research for a thorough understanding and accuracy. Different perspectives offer more sophisticated insights, while cross-referencing verifies information and identifies biases. Identify one primary
source that would help investigate your research question (include the title, author, and link to the source).
During my research I found a website that has 28 primary sources that have been translated.
https://www.wilsoncenter.org/blog-post/28-newly-translated-documents-chernobyl-1973-1991
Wilson Center, 28 Newly Translated Documents on Chernobyl, 1973-1991, September 16, 2019
By: Rose Hinman
Identify one secondary
source that would help investigate your research question (include the title, author, and link to the source).
https://www.nationalgeographic.co.uk/environment/2019/05/chernobyl-disaster-what-
happened-and-long-term-impact
The Chernobyl disaster: what happened, and the long-term impact. National Geographic:
By:Erin Lakemore
Choose a current event related to the subject of your historical research question and explain how they are connected.
A current event related to the historical research on Chernobyl's ecological impacts is the ongoing debate over nuclear energy's role in addressing climate change. The connection lies in understanding Chernobyl's ecological effects to inform discussions about the risks and benefits of nuclear power. By studying Chernobyl's impact, researchers contribute insights to energy policy decisions, shaping debates about sustainable energy and climate change mitigation strategies.
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