Today’s Warm Up 1.In 1492, Columbus ____________________. (Fill in the blank) 2. In one sentence, explain why Christopher Columbus is such a big deal.

Today’s Warm Up

1. In 1492, Columbus ____________________. (Fill in the blank)2. In one sentence, explain why Christopher

Columbus is such a big deal.

Today’s Warm Up: Christopher Columbus: Hero or Villain?• Pick up the Christopher Columbus biographies by

the turn-in tray.• You will be reading two separate descriptions of

Christopher Columbus – same guy, very different opinions

• Respond to the following questions as you read & be ready to share your ideas!– How does each description portray Christopher

Columbus? – Why do you think there such a difference between

the two descriptions?

Gallery Walk – Part 1

• Visit the sources hanging around the room. In the “Preview Column” on your graphic organizer, indicate on your graphic organizer whether each document is a primary or secondary source.

• Leave the second and third columns blank – this is the preview round!

Primary vs. Secondary Sources

Today’s LEQ: Why is it important to know the difference between historical

facts and historical interpretations?

What’s the difference?

Primary Sources

• Document or physical object written or created during the time under study

• Offers an inside view

For example…

• Diary of Anne Frank - Experiences of a Jewish family during WWII

Secondary Sources

• Interpretation of a primary source (an outsider’s view)

• More steps removed from the event being studied

For example…

• A history textbook or a magazine or journal that interprets/reviews past events...

Why does this matter?

• Some secondary sources are reliable!

• However, be skeptical!!!– Facts based on

documents or opinioned conclusions?

The BIG Idea…

• It’s important to distinguish between historical fact and historical interpretation!– Is this all the evidence? Or, just what the author

wanted me to read?

What’s this have to do with Christopher Columbus???

Gallery Walk – Part 2

• Revisit the sources hanging around the room. Now that you understand the difference between historical fact and historical interpretation, indicate on your graphic organizer whether each document is a primary or secondary source. Be sure to include a brief explanation.

Today’s Exit Ticket

• Answer today’s LEQ on the back of your warm up: – Why is it important to distinguish between

historical fact and interpretation? Provide an example within your response.