23 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a recommended step in the preliminary process of conducting research?
Determining the means of transportation
What is the purpose of brainstorming in the research process?
To eliminate judgment and entertain any idea
What is the importance of choosing a topic that one feels enthusiastic about?
It helps in creating a clear purpose
Which of the following is a main type of print book found in libraries?
Circulating books
Where can reference books such as encyclopedias and dictionaries be accessed?
Online via the library's website
What is the largest part of the internet, where e-books and periodical databases are found?
The deep web
What is one example of a medium that has exploded in popularity in the past decade?
Podcasts
Which of the following is the best method for finding periodical articles?
Searching library's online periodical databases
What is the main difference between magazines and journals?
Magazines are aimed at a wider audience, while journals are academic sources
What is the best way to learn about a narrow or current topic?
Searching library's online periodical databases
What is the recommended method for conducting research once you have chosen a topic?
Searching library's online periodical databases
According to the text, what are the two phases of completing a research paper?
Selecting a topic and writing a first draft
According to the text, why is effective research important in writing papers?
It provides good information to write about
Which of the following is the best place to start your research at a library?
Checking the library's online catalog
According to the text, what is the average length of a research paper?
Six to eight pages
What is the purpose of periodical databases available online through a library's website?
To find articles in periodicals
According to the text, what is the purpose of the University of Minnesota Libraries' 'Assignment Calculator' tool?
To provide personalized day-by-day guidance for research
What is the role of internet search engines in finding publicly accessible websites?
To locate websites
What is interlibrary loan (ILL)?
A service that locates hard-to-find books or articles from other libraries
Which of the following is a key step in writing a persuasive research paper?
Including a concise thesis statement in the introduction
What is the purpose of a thesis statement in a persuasive essay?
To summarize the argument and purpose of the paper
What is the role of the words 'should' and 'because' in a thesis statement?
To answer the questions 'What do I believe?' and 'Why do I believe this?'
What is the purpose of narrowing down a broad topic in a research paper?
To focus the research and provide a clear direction
Test your knowledge on the types of books found in libraries and how they are accessed. Learn about the differences between circulating books and reference books, as well as how online resources have changed the way we access information.
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