GED Social Studies

Comprehensive study of GED social studies covering fundamental concepts and advanced applications.

Foundations of U.S. GovernmentEconomic Basics and SystemsGeography and Human-Environment Interaction
Civil Rights and Social MovementsGovernment Policy and the EconomyInterpreting Historical Documents and Data
Voting and Civic ParticipationEvaluating News and MediaUnderstanding Taxes and Public Services
Reading for Key DetailsUsing Process of Elimination
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Advanced Topics

Interpreting Historical Documents and Data

Getting the Most from Historical Sources

Being able to read and understand historical documents and data is a key social studies skill.

Types of Sources

  • Primary Sources: Original documents like speeches, letters, or photographs.
  • Secondary Sources: Interpretations or summaries of events, like textbooks or articles.

Analyzing Data

Learning to read graphs, charts, and tables helps you spot trends and understand the story behind the numbers.

Why It Matters

These skills help you separate fact from opinion and understand the past more deeply.

Examples

  • Reading Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address to understand his message.

  • Interpreting a graph that shows unemployment rates over time.

In a Nutshell

Teaches how to analyze and understand historical sources and data.

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