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Historians analyze sources to answer questions about the past. When we analyze something, it means that we study it carefully. To analyze sources, we investigate them. We want to know about the author or creator, the purpose, and the format. We want to be confident in the source. How Do We Examine Sources?
Multiple Perspectives
Everyone is different and has a unique perspective , or way of seeing things. Experiences and events may be interpreted differently by people. People have different cultural or individual perspectives. It is important to understand the perspectives of others. When we look at multiple perspectives, we can have a deeper understanding of what happened in the past. This helps us create the most accurate analysis of the people and events of history.
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