Study Guide G04 ~ Social Sciences: History
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Tips When you examine a photo look at the following aspects to help you gather information. •
Quality and colour of the photo.
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The types of clothing the people are wearing.
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The location of the photo.
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What activity is happening in the photo?
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Even the background can provide clues
If you consider all these points when examining the photo, you will be able to form a good idea of what is happening and who is involved. Activity 1 Study the photos below and answer the questions that follow: Photo A
Photo B
People riding horses. http://perseveranceendurancehorses.files.word press.com
A man playing a traditional musical instrument. http://www.mieliestronk.com
The following questions are based on photo A: 1.
a)
Which natural source of water can be seen in the background ?
b)
What type of transport are the people in the photo using?
c)
What is the weather like in the photo?
The following questions are based on photo B: 2.
a)
Would you say that this is a really old photo?
b)
Give a reason for your answer. [5]
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