English B111: References and Citations Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of citations in research writing?

To provide personal opinions

To ensure credibility and avoid plagiarism (correct)

To increase the length of the paper

To confuse the reader

Which of the following factors can influence consumer attitudes towards new technology?

Consumer fear of failure

Availability of resources

Level of technology anxiety (correct)

Social media trends

In writing an essay, what must a writer effectively integrate?

Irrelevant anecdotes

Information from a single source

Only their own opinions

Different viewpoints from various sources (correct)

How many sources are primarily mentioned in the discussion of consumer technology preferences?

Five Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'computer playfulness' refer to in the context of technology perception?

A favorable attitude towards technology interaction Signup and view all the answers

What contrasting feelings do consumers have towards new technology, according to Mick and Fournier?

Positive feelings versus negative feelings Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of summarizing or paraphrasing when citing a source?

It avoids misrepresenting the original source Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a reference in academic writing?

A mention of the author’s work within a paper Signup and view all the answers

What purpose do references serve in academic writing?

To acknowledge the sources consulted and facilitate further reading. Signup and view all the answers

Which reference system is commonly used for science and medicine?

Vancouver System Signup and view all the answers

In the Harvard referencing system, how is a source typically cited within the text?

By stating the author's last name followed by the publication year. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these verbs is suitable for describing a critical thinking process in references?

Conclude Signup and view all the answers

When should quotation marks be used in academic writing?

When using someone's exact original words. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Endnote/Footnote referencing system?

To provide detailed citations at the bottom of the page. Signup and view all the answers

In the example given for using the Vancouver System, what detail accompanies a citation in the text?

A publication year. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a verb commonly used in the referencing process?

Guess Signup and view all the answers

What does 'et al.' signify in in-text citations?

It is used when there are three or more authors. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an important guideline when organizing a reference list?

Check each reference against the original publication for accuracy. Signup and view all the answers

When citing a source with two authors, how should the references be formatted?

List the first author with an added 'a' and the second with an added 'b'. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ibid.' indicate in citations?

It indicates the same source as before, but from a different page. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advised to avoid putting all citations at the end of sentences?

It can confuse the reader about which statement the citation supports. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following software tools can assist with the reference section?

EndNote Signup and view all the answers

How should journal names be handled when writing references?

They may need to be abbreviated sometimes. Signup and view all the answers

What should you ensure about the references included in the reference section?

Every reference cited in the text must be listed and vice versa. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Information

Course name: English B111
Instructor: Sawsan Elateek
Email: [email protected]

Learning Goals

Students will be able to reference any article they read.

Learning Objectives

Understanding references, citations, and quotations
Critical evaluation of resources
Proper reference systems

Critical Approach to Resources

To write a strong essay, students need to identify gaps in existing knowledge.
Reading various research papers and articles with diverse viewpoints is essential.
Present different perspectives to support their own point of view.
Combine different opinions in a coherent and logical manner within the essay.

Consumer Attitudes Toward Technology

Consumer desire to use new technology is influenced by factors like:
- Attitudes towards specific technologies
- Level of technology anxiety
- Consumer capacity and willingness

Research Studies Cited

Multiple research studies (e.g., Bobbit and Dabholkar, 2001; Curran et al., 2003; Meuter, Ostrom, Bitner, & Roundtree, 2003; Walker, Lees, Hecker, & Francis, 2002; Mick and Fournier, 1998; Venkatesh, 2000) are cited in relation to consumer attitudes toward technology.

Questions for Review

How many sources are referenced in the material?
- Multiple sources are cited.
Which source contrasted fear of computers with playing with computers?
- No identified source explicitly states this.
How many sources studied attitudes towards specific technologies?
- Multiple sources are cited relating to this.

Citations

Citations are essential to give credit to the original authors.
Citations help in avoiding plagiarism.
Citations include the author's names and year of publication of the source.

Example Citation

Johnson et al. (2001): Serratia nematodiphila is a microbial control agent for insect pests.

References

References acknowledge the sources used in the work.
References include full details for the source, like author(s), publication title, publication year, volume number, page numbers (where applicable)

Example Reference

Johnson, V. W., Pearson, J. F., & Jackson, T. A. (2001). Formulation of Serratia entomophila for biological control of grass grub. N. Z. Plant Protect., 54, 125-127.

Verbs for Referencing Authors

Verbs used while referencing authors include those related to:
- Argumentation (e.g., argued, claims, hypothesised)
- Findings/Observations (e.g., found, observed)
- Reactions (e.g., agree, deny)
- Critical thinking (e.g., assume, conclude, explain)

Reference Systems

Different reference systems are used depending on the subject area.
Science and medicine: Vancouver system
Literature and business: Harvard system
Humanities: Endnote/Footnote system

Examples of Different Reference Systems

Vancouver system: Author(s) followed by year of publication in parentheses.
Harvard System: Author and year in parentheses in the text, referenced by number in the reference list.
Endnote/Footnote: Numbered references with notes that place the citations within the text.

Software for Reference Management

Software like EndNote, RefWorks, Mendeley, and Zotero can help manage references

Citation Organization

Mention all parts like author/s, journal title, volume, number, and page numbers of every reference.
Double check your citations against the original articles before submission.
Check all the references in the reference list are cited in the text.
Use reference management software to facilitate the reference section.

Journal References and Abbreviations

Journals may have varied reference styles.
When multiple authors are cited, the first is listed followed by 'et al' and the publication year.
Journal names may need to be abbreviated in the references e.g., Journal of the American Chemical Society might be abbreviated as J.A.C.S.

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Test your understanding of referencing, citations, and quotations from articles in English B111. This quiz focuses on critical evaluation of resources and the proper use of reference systems. Deepen your skills in presenting diverse viewpoints and combining them coherently in your essays.