A primary source is an original document or artifact that comes from the period of time being studied. Someone from that time period actually wrote, created, or used it. Examples of primary sources include diaries, letters, oral histories, eyewitness accounts, and artifacts such as tools, clothes, and laws. Laws that protect intellectual property are critical to the economy. Find and read a law (a primary source) that protects intellectual property, such as patents, trademarks, or copyright laws.

In the space below:

Identify the law you chose.
Explain what parts specifically protect such property.
Use specific quotes from the law to prove your points.
Consider how the language of the law is structured to be clear and concise.
Explain how the language used in the law protects intellectual property.
Cite your source.