How does a Historian Work? Lesson 2

How do we learn about the past?

evidence

something that shows proof or an indication that something is true

primary source

first hand evidence of an event in history

secondary source

a document or written work created about the event.

point of view

a personal attitude about people or life

bias

an unreasoned, emotional, judgement about people and events

scholarly

concerned with academic learning or research

conclusion

a decision reached after examining evidence