Historical Document Study Essential Questions
Use this form to analyze and reflect on key aspects of a historical document.
Document Title
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Date of Document
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Type of Document
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Letter
Speech
Official Record
Newspaper Article
Photograph
Other
Who is the author or creator of the document?
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Who was the intended audience?
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What is the main purpose of the document?
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Describe the historical context of the document.
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How reliable is this document as a source of historical information?
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Very reliable
Somewhat reliable
Neutral
Somewhat unreliable
Very unreliable
What evidence from the document supports your assessment of its reliability?
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What is the significance of this document for understanding the historical period?
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Rate how well the document addresses the essential historical questions:
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Very well
Who created the document?
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When and where was it created?
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Why was it created?
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Who was the intended audience?
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What message or information does it convey?
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