Research

A database is a good choice for finding information because * a) it can only be accessed at the library. b) it is the easiest to search through. c) authorities have already evaluated the sources. d) there aren't any advertisements in the articles.

c

A thesis statement is * a) an opinion. b) a conclusion. c) the primary argument of your paper. d) the analysis or evidence provided in your paper by a professional journalist.

c

In a works cited page, it is essential that * a) sources are arranged in chronological order. b) sources are grouped together by their usefulness. c) sources are alphabetized. d) sources are listed by category according to whether they are primary or secondary.

c

Interviewing professionals and experts in a particular field or subject area that you are researching is important because * a) people are always an established authority. b) oral history or word of mouth is more believable than print sources or books. c) they are primary sources and usually provide excellent information on a topic based upon their own expertise and experience. d) people can reveal secrets or divulge material that most books cannot.

c

T/F - When evaluating a website, a researcher should ask: When was the last update on the website?

True - websites that have not been updated in a long time could contain outdated information and no longer be functioning.

James is writing a research paper on Chinua Achebe. Which site(s) would not be the most reliable? Click to see picture: http://bkwriters.weebly.com/review-1.html

The two sites that would not be reliable sources: Wikipedia because anybody can edit it www.kirjasto.sci.fi/achebe.htm because it is not a recognizable url

Which is the broadest type of information? * a) main topic b) subtopic c) detail d) subdetail

a

A thesis statement should always be clear and written * a) at the very beginning of your research paper, preferably in the introduction. b) at the end of the works cited page. c) in the table of contents. d) in a separate bibliography.

a

An introductory paragraph should always contain * a) the thesis statement. b) as many facts as possible. c) a summary of my opinion. d) a table of contents.

a

T/F - When evaluating a website, a researcher should ask: When was the information posted on the website?

True - Reliable websites publish the dates and knowing the dates helps the researcher know if the information is outdated and/or reliable

A definitive statement * a) makes a clear, strong point to the reader. b) uses a lot of vivid and imaginative detail. c) contains many facts. d) should be footnoted.

a

Internet or electronic sources are just as valid as print sources as long as you * a) evaluate the source for reliability. b) provide the reader with the exact web address and provide correct documentation of the website. c) also make sure that the material is available in hard copy. d) provide accompanying web links.

a

Similar to having strong opinions, a writer's emotions * a) should not be stated openly to the reader but instead be demonstrated and proved by the evidence. b) should be obvious. c) should be worded with extreme caution. d) should be documented with notes or citations, and a formal bibliography.

a

The term printed material refers to any material that is * a) in hard copy and text such as material found in books, magazines, or articles. b) from a source that uses the word print. c) complex in its writing or sentence construction. d) an article from a reference book.

a

Unlike an opinion, a fact * a) is known to be true. b) is believed to be true. c) is something the writer wishes were true. d) is part of an anonymous legend.

a

Using evidence in your paper to support your thesis statement is important. The term evidence refers to * a) statistics, illustrations, speeches, or direct quotes that prove your argument. b) your opinions and ideas about the topic. c) what your teacher thinks of your work d) a convincing introductory sentence.

a

Using formal language in your paper means to * a) address the topic in a professional and serious manner with language reserved for scholarly work. b) use very familiar words and language. c) assume a tone of superiority. d) become friends with your reader so that he or she is eager to read your paper.

a

[1] A research paper is different from a narrative because

a research paper is based on data and evidence. (only accept answers close to this)

Statistical information should always be cited because * a) numbers should appear in a bibliography. b) facts can be disputed. c) hard data should appear at the end of a paper. d) a conclusion should always contain statistics.

b

The following things should be considered when determining if a website is a good source for your research EXCEPT * a) who owns the copyright. b) if the information is interesting. c) the date the website was last updated. d) if the web address matches the topic information.

b

Using note cards to take down information from books is helpful and handy because * a) note cards can be arranged easily and quickly and stored in one place. b) note cards are a more respected way of taking down information. c) note cards look more professional than large sheets of paper. d) photocopying can leave dark marks on paper.

a

What is the best definition of plagiarism? * a) passing off someone else's work as your own. b) doing research on a specific topic. c) contributing to a Wikipedia entry about a topic. d) the act of taking pieces of information from different places and putting it together in a way that makes sense.

a

A work of non-fiction is based upon * a) historical legend and folklore. b) facts and real-life occurrences. c) anecdotes and stories. d) a lot of textual evidence.

b

A works cited page is an essential component of any research paper because it * a) demonstrates to the reader the full knowledge of the writer. b) officially lists all the sources the writer has consulted. c) makes a final statement at the end of the paper. d) helps the reader understand the content of the paper.

b

In order to find a topic for your paper, it is often helpful to * a) copy an idea straight from a book. b) ask yourself some basic questions like, "who," "what," "where," "when," or "why" about a particular subject that interests you. c) seek the advice of a guidance counselor or other working professional. d) go to the librarian and ask him or her for a list of popular topics.

b

In-text citations are important because * a) they prove that the writer has done a lot of needless research. b) they protect a writer from accusations of plagiarism. c) they make a writer seem intelligent. d) they make a paper look more professional.

b

When listing books in a standard works cited page, the correct procedure is to * a) list all the printing editions of the books you have used. b) alphabetize your books by the author's last name. c) make sure the order of the books you have listed corresponds with the order of your footnotes. d) write a corresponding list of the books' illustrations.

b

When writing a research paper, the point of view that you should always use is * a) first person point of view such as, "In my paper, I will state ..." b) an impersonal point of view so you can simply provide facts. c) third person point of view such as, "If he or she reads my paper, then he or she will understand ..." d) first person plural point of view such as, "We can see by the facts provided here that the conclusion should be ..."

b

Which is the best example of a thesis statement? * a) "I hope that if you will read my paper, you will believe me when I tell you that John F. Kennedy was not assassinated as the result of a plot but by a single assailant." b) "John F. Kennedy, contrary to most historical opinions, was not murdered as the result of a conspiracy, but by a single lone assailant." c) "My paper will tell you and prove to you all about John F. Kennedy's death and the complex plot to murder him." d) "It's too bad that John F. Kennedy was killed. He was a really cool and decent guy."

b

Which is the best strategy when you find too much information? * a) broaden your question b) narrow your question c) change your topic d) only use the first few results

b

[1] Establishing a strong, authoritative tone in your research paper means * a) using a lot of factual information. b) choosing a writing style that establishes the writer as an authority. c) using large vocabulary words. d) writing a persuasive paper.

b

The purpose of creating a pre-outline for your research paper is to * a) assemble every single idea in alphabetical order. b) follow a fixed sequence of page numbers that do not change. c) create a "road map" for yourself of what information you need find to satisfy the assignment. d) allow you to order events in a chronological arrangement.

c

When determining what information needs to be included in a research report or paper, a student should first * a) ask the teacher. b) read a book about the topic. c) use the assignment as a guide and generate a pre-outline or guiding questions. d) brainstorm keywords.

c

Which of the following statements is the most convincing way to begin a research paper? * a) "We all can agree that this evidence proves that..." b) "I feel that you should listen to the evidence that I will present to you." c) "The evidence presented will demonstrate that ..." d) "I believe this evidence is important because ..."

c

A work of fiction * a) uses historical facts to shape a story. b) provides interesting statistical data. c) is based upon hard core evidence. d) is a product of the writer's imagination and may, but does not necessarily, incorporate factual material.

d

After completing his first draft on codes used in wars, Carson decided to do additional research. The best resource for more information about how ciphering machines worked would be... a) a book titled The Role of Science During the World Wars b) an article titled "Mathematicians' Contributions to Their Field" c) a public lecture titled "Little-Known Facts About American History" d) a documentary titled How Technology Cracked the Codes in WWII

d

How can one determine if the author of a website is an expert on the subject? * a) look at his or her name and see if it sounds familiar. b) see if he or she has any letters following his or her name, like PhD. c) read the information on the site and see if it seems accurate. d) google the author's name and find out more information about him or her.

d

In a research paper, in-text citations usually appear * a) after paraphrasing someone else work. b) after a direct quote. c) after someone else's unique idea. d) all of the above.

d

It is important for a writer to have opinions. However, when you are writing a paper, it is always better to * a) state more opinions than facts. b) word your opinions strongly. c) tell the reader your opinion with informal and friendly writing. d) support your argument or thesis statement with facts.

d

The best kind of research question is one that * a) I already know the answer to. b) has something to do with my topic. c) is interesting to me. d) is answerable through research.

d

What is the most reliable web domain? * a) .com b) .edu c) .org d) .gov

d

When searching the Internet you should keep in mind that... * a) you can find any information online if you just search long enough. b) banner ads and chat rooms will often lead you to the best quality information. c) because of copyright laws, nothing worthwhile is ever published on the Internet. d) not all online sources provide reliable or authoritative information.

d

When the author uses an academic tone, this means * a) the writer does not use contractions. b) the writer does not use pronouns like I, me, you or we. c) the writer uses formal language, not casual language or slang. d) all of the above

d

When writing note cards, it is important to include * a) page numbers for print materials. b) author and title information for the source. c) a summary of what you have read, and any direct quotes in quotation marks. d) all of the above.

d

Which is the most specific type of information? * a) main topic b) subtopic c) detail d) subdetail

d

Which search result would provide the most reliable information about how the pygmy mouse lemur is affected by its environment? Search results: a) Tiny animal cuties on sale at Rare Pet World b) Favorite Animal of the Week c) Life of a Pygmy Mouse Lemur d) Lemur Research Center at Miller University e) Images of Pygmy Mouse Lemur

d

You can include direct quotes from authorities and speeches in your paper as long as you * a) explain to your reader why this material may be opinionated. b) analyze whatever you include. c) state how and why they are important. d) cite the specific context from which they were taken using an in-text citation, as well as list the source in your works cited page.

d