RRL Fundamentals & Purpose
What is the primary purpose of writing a Review of Related Literature (RRL) in a research study?
A) To summarize every book ever written on the topic
B) To contextualize your study, identify research gaps, and build a foundation
C) To increase the overall word count of your thesis paper
D) To prove that your chosen topic has never been studied before
B) To contextualize your study, identify research gaps, and build a foundation
Which section of a formal research paper typically houses the Review of Related Literature?
A) Chapter 1
B) Chapter 2
C) Chapter 3
D) Chapter 4
A) Chapter 1
What is a "research gap"?
A) A missing page or chapter in a printed textbook
B) An unanswered question, missing perspective, or unexplored area in existing literature
C) A formatting error in your reference list
D) The time gap between submitting your topic and writing the paper
B) An unanswered question, missing perspective, or unexplored area in existing literature
What is the main difference between primary and secondary sources in an RRL?
A) Primary sources are online; secondary sources are printed books
B) Primary sources contain original data/findings by the author; secondary sources summarize or analyze others' work
C) Primary sources are written in English; secondary sources are translated
D) Primary sources are published within 5 years; secondary sources are older
B) Primary sources contain original data/findings by the author; secondary sources summarize or analyze others' work