Source Credibility
Which of the following is a sign that a source might not be credible?
C) The source has spelling and grammar errors
When you quote from a book or article, what should you include?
C) The author’s name and the page number where the quote was found.
Why does an author write an informational article?
B) To give information or explain a topic.
Which of the following is an example of a primary source?
C) A letter written by a soldier during a war
What is a good way to check if a website is credible?
B) Check if the website has an "About Us" section that explains who created it
Which of the following is the correct way to quote a sentence from a text?
C) She said, "I am going to the park."
Which of the following is an example of an author trying to entertain the reader?
C) A comic book with superheroes.
What type of source is a secondary source?
B) An article written by a historian analyzing a past event
Which of these sources is likely to be the MOST credible?
B) A scientific journal article written by experts in the field.
Which of the following is a proper use of quotation marks?
A) He asked, "Do you want to go to the park?"
Why might an author include facts and evidence in a text?
B) To persuade the reader to agree with a point
Which of the following is a tertiary source?
B) A dictionary or encyclopedia
You are researching the history of the ancient Egyptians. You find a website that has many pop-up ads, doesn’t list the author, and seems to have old information. Is this a credible source? Why or why not?
No, this is not a credible source. The pop-up ads suggest that the site might be more focused on making money than providing accurate information. The lack of an author and outdated content are also red flags that make it less reliable.
When you quote a text, you should always include the page number if available.
What is the purpose of a text that describes the steps for building a birdhouse?
The purpose is to inform the reader by giving instructions or explaining how to do something.
True or False: A primary source provides firsthand information about a topic or event.
True
How can you tell if information is biased?
Information is biased if it only presents one side of an issue without considering other viewpoints or evidence.
You are writing a report about a book you read. You want to include a quote from the book in your report. What are two things you must do before quoting the text?
First, introduce the quote by explaining its context. Second, make sure to put the exact words in quotation marks and provide the author’s name and page number if available.
You read a short story about a girl who discovers a hidden treasure on her family farm. What is the author’s purpose in writing this story?
The author’s purpose is to entertain the reader with an exciting adventure.
Why would a researcher use a tertiary source in their work?
A researcher would use a tertiary source like an encyclopedia or factbook to gather general information or quick facts. It can help them get an overview of a topic before exploring primary and secondary sources in more detail.