Research Paper Quiz 1

Research Paper Quiz 1

• Paraphrasing steps:
  • Read the original text carefully.
  • Put the original text aside.
  • Write the meaning of the text in your own words.
• Plagiarism: Presenting someone else's work or ideas as your own, without proper attribution.
• Summarizing: Condensing a large amount of information into a shorter version, highlighting the main points.
• Direct quote use: Appropriate when exact wording is crucial or authoritative.
• Paraphrasing definition: Rewording a text or passage to present the same ideas in a different form without changing the meaning.
• Scholarly source examples: Academic journals, reputable university websites, books from established publishers.
• Inappropriate source examples: Social media posts, blogs, or websites with unknown authors or questionable reliability.
• Research sources: Specify the three source types used for research.
• Direct quote definition: An exact reproduction of words from a source, placed in quotation marks and properly cited.
• Author learning points: List three things learned about the author based on research.

Research Paper Quiz 2

• Website credibility criteria:
  • Author expertise
  • Website's purpose and sponsorship
  • Evidence of bias
  • Accuracy of facts and information
  • Currency of information
• Website bibliographic information:
  • Title
  • Author(s)
  • Publication date
  • URL (website address)

Research Paper Quiz 3

• Source evaluation purpose: Determine a source's reliability, authority, and relevance.
• Paraphrasing vs. Summarizing: Paraphrasing rewrites the same text in different words, summarizing condenses main points.
• Thesis statement: A concise, arguable statement that asserts a paper's main point.
• Thesis location (in research paper): Usually found in the introduction, often as the last sentence.
• Parenthetical documentation: Citations within the text that point to the source of information.

Research Paper Quiz 4

• Introduction elements:
  • Background information
  • Thesis statement.
• Works cited page: A list of all sources referenced within a paper; formatted based on specific stylistic guidelines.
• Conclusion elements: Summary of argument, restatement of thesis, and concluding thoughts.
• Parenthetical Citation example: (Custer, 345)
• Credible website clues: Look for .edu or .gov domain names, author credentials, up-to-date content, and evidence of no biases.
• Supporting thesis in body paragraphs: Body paragraphs support the thesis with evidence and reasoning to back the claim; each main idea should directly support the thesis.
• Multiple sources use: Using multiple reliable sources provides a more well-rounded and robust understanding of a topic.

Test your knowledge on key concepts of paraphrasing, summarizing, and plagiarism in research papers. This quiz will help you understand how to appropriately use sources and quotes while maintaining academic integrity. Perfect for students aiming to improve their writing skills.