Which piece of historical evidence is a primary source?
A. An essay analyzing the most important inventions of the 18th
century
B. A film about a fictional family in the American colonies
C. A recording of a famous speech given at a political rally
D. A textbook about the Roman Empire written by a history professor
Answer: Historians use the term primary source to describe a piece of historical evidence such as an artifact, photograph, newspaper article, book, or letter originally created during the era you are researching.
