2. Analyzing Primary Sources The following powerpoint will help define what a primary source is. We will use APPARTS all semester as a mneumonic device to help us analyze primary sources. You may want to write down APPARTS and keep it handy OR save this powerpoint in a World History folder on your computer for easy reference. You will complete an assignment – instructions are at the end of the ppt.
3. APPARTS A – Author - Who created the source? P – Place and Time – Where and when ? P – Prior Knowledge – What do you already know about this topic? Brainstorm A – Audience – Who was it created/intended for ? R – Reason – Why was it written/created? T – The Main Idea – What is it about? S – Significance – Why is it important? What information does it reveal about the topic?
