Research Vocab
Why is using a research question more effective than just looking up isolated facts?
A. A research question limits the amount of information you need to find
B. A research question guides your searching by focusing on a specific aspect leading to a deeper understanding and meaningful analysis.
C. A research question is only necessary for formal presentations
D. A research question allows you to collect random facts without having to analyze or connect them
B.
3 ways to use faulty reasoning in an argument:
What is bandwagon appeal, loaded language, & repetition?
A situation suggests that a conflict is building.
What is tension?
Which option shows the correct MLA in-text citation?
A. (Jackson, 45)
B. (Jackson 45)
C. (Jackson, p. 45)
D. (Jackson: 45)
A.
True or False:
This test should be pretty easy.
What is TRUE!
The FIRST step when conducting a research project, is to develop a strong ____ _____, which will guide the entire study.
What is a research question
Two contrasting ideas or concepts are placed side by side to highlight their differences
What is juxtaposition?
A narrative that's unfolding side by side and occasionally intersecting.
What is Parallel Plot?
True or False?
You can provide ONLY a website URL on your works cited page?
FALSE! It should also have author, title or publication details.
Something that is ambiguous.
What is unclear, or able to have multiple interpretations?
Ensuring sources come from credible and trustworthy sources is to evaluate their _____.
What is reliability
compares two things that are similar in some way to explain a complex idea more clearly.
red : apples :: green : avocados
What is analogy?
A story begins with a shocking event, then jumps back in time to show the events leading up to it.
What is non-linear plot?
The way sources should be listed on a works cited page.
What is alphabetical order/ABC order by author's last name.
Something that is redundant.
*just one word counts as correct.
Why it is important to develop and revise a research plan?
A. A research plan organizes the investigation, and revising it helps refine the focus
B. A research plan is created just to outline steps
C. A research plan is mainly used to meet assignment requirements
D. A research plan determines the final presentation format, and revising it is solely to adjust how the results are delivered
A.
The opposing side’s main argument
The readers ability to interpret a text?
A. List every character
B. Analyze the symbols
C. Repeat the plot
D. Summarize the beginning, middle and end
B.
The purpose of a works cited page.
What is a complete list of all the sources used in the paper or research?
What is correct paraphrasing and avoiding plagiarism?
A. copying a paragraph exactly from a source without using quotation marks or citing the source.
B. Mixing original thoughts with parts of the source text without using quotation marks or proper citations.
C. Changing a few words from the source text but leaving most of the structure intact.
D. Rewriting the source’s ideas entirely in their own words and including a citation.
D.
How to gather relevant information for your research?
A. The student should use only one source that looks comprehensive
B. The student should gather information from a variety of sources to gain a complete and balanced understanding
C. The student should rely on personal opinions and informal conversations
D. The student should choose sources mainly based on attractive visuals or headlines
B.
To strengthen a position, a writer must then __________ the counterargument by presenting evidence that disproves it.
What is refute?
A novel that is built on the idea that ordinary people can become heroes in extraordinary circumstances.
What is the premise?
What do you do to each word in the title of a book, article, webpage, etc.?
Capitalize every word in the title- except conjunctions.
How a student should examine sources for reliability, credibility, and bias.
A. The student should choose the forum article because it appears more up-to-date
B. The student should use multiple sources without checking the authors' qualifications
C. The student should compare the authors’ credentials, check publication details and evidence provided
D. The student should rely on the article with more appealing graphics
C.