If we are looking for sources for a research project on NASA, we need to identify primary sources. Primary sources are original materials that provide direct evidence or firsthand information about a topic. In this case, we need to determine which of the options provided is NOT a primary source related to NASA.
Let's break down the options:
1. A history book written about the lives of the first astronauts - This is NOT a primary source as it is a secondary source that interprets or analyzes primary sources. It does not provide direct evidence or firsthand information but rather summarizes and synthesizes information from primary sources.
2. The autobiography of John Glenn (a NASA astronaut) - This is a primary source because it is written by someone who directly experienced the events or topic being discussed. In this case, John Glenn was a NASA astronaut, so his autobiography would provide firsthand information about his experiences.
3. Buzz Aldrin's (a NASA astronaut) journal - This is also a primary source because it is a firsthand account written by a NASA astronaut, Buzz Aldrin, about his experiences and observations.
4. A picture of the Apollo 13 Mission's takeoff - This is NOT a primary source as it is a visual representation of an event rather than a firsthand account or direct evidence. While pictures can be valuable in research, they are considered secondary sources in this context.
Therefore, the correct answer is:
- A history book written about the lives of the first astronauts. This is NOT a primary source for a research project on NASA.
