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Evaluating Sources Worksheet
1. Is Herbert Morrison’s radio broadcast a primary or secondary source? How do you know?
2. W
hat is the historical context of Herbert Morrison’s account? What’s the time, place and
mood?
3. W
hat can you tell about Herbert Morrison, the author of this source, by listening to his
broadcast? Who is the audience he addressing?
4. Do
es Morrison’s version of the event match what you see in the video? What differences ca
n
y
ou see between the two? What similarities are there?
5. How credible is Herbert Morrison’s report? Support your answer with quotes from the
broadcast, video, and any research you have conducted
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