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Unit 2:Historians
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Historian | A student or writer of history |
| Primary Source | Someone who was present during an event and provides a first-hand account of the event |
| Secondary Source | Someone who wasn't present at an event and uses information provided by primary sources to describe what happened |
| Point of View | The opinion or perspective that is given by the author of a document which is influenced by their own beliefs, thoughts, and viewpoints |
| Historical Context | The circumstances of the time in which an event occurred or in which an author lived that might've influenced their point of view |
| Preamble | An introduction to the reader that explains the purpose of the U.S Constitution |
| Constitution | This document includes the Bill of Rights and defines the basic rights guaranteed to all U.S. citizens |
| Amendment | This is an addition made to a document |
| Pledge | A promise |
| Allegiance | Loyalty or being loyal to something |