Working with evidence: source analysis
Judge sources for comprehension, comparison, bias, propaganda, reliability and usefulness.
Match the pairs: 2 · Multiple choice: 8 · Select all that apply: 2 · Put in order: 1 · Written answer (self/teacher assessed): 2
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Read the passage: Document A and Document B (original sources written for practice)
Document A — From the diary of a fictional relief official in the west of Ireland, February 1847: "The road works are crowded beyond all reason. Men arrive before dawn, many without shoes, and labour for wages that will not buy enough meal for their families. Yesterday two men collapsed at the stone heap. The committee in Dublin writes that the scheme is working well. I wish its members would come and see it." Document B — From a fictional report by a government inspector to his superiors in London, February 1847: "The public works continue to provide employment to great numbers. While some distress is evident, it is my view that the scheme encourages industry and discourages idleness. I would caution against excessive generosity, which may create dependence upon the State.