Question

"I have often been downcast, but never in despair; I regard our hiding as a dangerous adventure, romantic and interesting at the same time. In my diary I treat all the privations as amusing. I have made up my mind now to lead a different life from other girls and, later on, different from ordinary housewives. My start has been so very full of interest, and that is the sole reason why I have to laugh at the humorous side of the most dangerous moments." - Anne Frank, The The Diary of a Young Girl, 1952 What makes this quote valuable to a student who is researching World War II or the Holocaust? A) It is an example of propaganda designed to criticize Nazi Germany. B) It is a primary source, written by someone who experienced the events being described. C) It is a secondary source, written by someone who experienced the events being described. D) It is a secondary source, written by someone who interprets and analyzes primary sources.

Answer 1

What makes this quote valuable to a student who is researching World War II or the Holocaust?

C) It is a secondary source, written by someone who experienced the events being described

It is a secondary source to the students because it is merely a documentation of experiences by Anne Frank. Had the students been able to interview Anne Frank, then the interview would be a primary source.

Answer 2

Answer:

B) It is a primary source, written by someone who experienced the events being described.

Explanation:

This is a quote from Anne Frank. She experienced the events, it is a primary source.