📚 Topic Summary
Research source worksheets for Grade 4 English Language Arts help students understand and evaluate different types of sources used for research. These worksheets teach students how to identify credible sources, differentiate between primary and secondary sources, and understand the importance of citing sources properly. They also provide practice in using information from sources to support arguments and ideas.
🧠 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Primary Source |
A. Information created later by someone who did not experience it firsthand. |
| 2. Secondary Source |
B. Giving credit to the original source of information. |
| 3. Credible Source |
C. An original document or firsthand account. |
| 4. Citation |
D. A source that is trustworthy and reliable. |
| 5. Research |
E. The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions. |
📝 Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the paragraph using the words: credible, research, citation, primary, secondary.
When doing __________, it's important to use __________ sources to ensure the information is accurate. A __________ source is an original document, while a __________ source interprets or analyzes those documents. Always include a __________ to give credit to the original author.
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Why is it important to use a variety of sources when conducting research? Explain your answer in 2-3 sentences.