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Which of the following is NOT a preliminary step before starting research?

Writing an effective research paper (correct)
Selecting a topic
Choosing a clear purpose
Identifying means to find information

What is the importance of choosing a topic for a research paper?

It helps to fulfill a given assignment (correct)
It helps to write an effective research paper
It eliminates judgment and entertains any idea
It determines the route and modes of transportation

What technique is recommended for generating ideas for a research paper topic?

Determining the means to find information
Writing an effective research paper
Brainstorming (correct)
Choosing a clear purpose

Which type of print books must be used within the library?

Reference books (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of accessing reference books online?

They take up less space in the library (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of using the internet as a research source?

It lacks depth, authority, and accuracy (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of primary research?

Interviewing someone with special knowledge (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are the two phases of completing a research paper?

Doing the research and writing the paper (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the average length of a research paper according to the text?

Six to eight pages (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of effective research according to the text?

To find good information (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily time allocation for research according to the text?

1 hour (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a suggestion for narrowing down a broad research topic?

Including all possible subtopics (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in a persuasive essay?

To summarize the argument and purpose of the paper (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong thesis statement?

Being flexible and subject to change (B) Signup and view all the answers

What resource is recommended for more information on topic selection and thesis generation?

Purdue University's Online Writing Lab (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of source that can be accessed through a library's website?

Photos (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the online catalog on a library's website?

To find books and other library material (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using periodical databases to find articles, instead of browsing through physical issues of magazines or journals?

Easier to find the complete text of an article (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of interlibrary loan (ILL) services?

To locate hard-to-find books or articles elsewhere in the country (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential topic for a research paper on space exploration?

The impact of space exploration on climate change (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a keyword for a research paper on the abuse of animals in zoos?

Maltreatment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best method for finding periodical articles for research?

Using a library's online periodical databases (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinction between magazines and journals?

Magazines are aimed at a wider, more generalized audience, while journals are academic sources (A) Signup and view all the answers