Lesson 26 of 84 · Using Sources
⭐ 30 XPEvidence and Clues
Evidence and clues are important for historians.
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Then & Now
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Evidence and clues are important for historians. Evidence can be anything that helps tell a story about the past. Clues can be found in old letters, pictures, or even buildings. These pieces of information help historians figure out what really happened.
Key Facts
Evidence helps tell stories about the past.
Clues can come from letters, pictures, or buildings.
Historians collect evidence to understand history better.
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1 of 2What is evidence?
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