Question

how to know if the source is primary or secondary source

Answer 1

Answer:

Primary Source is an artifact that was created during the time period under study.  For example, diaries, interviews, speech, fiction.

Secondary Source interprets and analyzes primary sources. It was made after the event.  For example, biographies, textbooks, reviews, encyclopedias

Explanation:

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Answer 2

A primary source gives you direct access to the subject of your research. Secondary sources provide second-hand information and commentary from other researchers.