Corroborate multiple sources about one local event
Exercise
Difficulty 3
~8 min
hist.g3.f.his.corroboration_local.ex_01
Three Column Corroboration
Prompt
Complete the 3-column corroboration chart for one local event using NEWSPAPER + ELDER QUOTE + PLAQUE. Mark 2 agreements + 2 differences + 1 unique-coverage point.
How it's presented
mode
manipulative
Answer criteria
type
corroboration chart
rubric
2 agreements + 2 differences + 1 unique = mastery
Hints
- Agreements = facts all 3 sources share.
- Differences = where sources disagree.
- Unique = where ONLY ONE source mentions something.
Misconceptions to watch
- Children may stop at agreements - the differences and unique coverage are equally informative.