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Which of the following best describes a research question's primary function in academic research?
Which of the following best describes a research question's primary function in academic research?
- To summarize the key findings of previous studies.
- To provide a definitive answer to a specific problem.
- To offer a broad overview of existing knowledge on a topic.
- To guide the direction of investigation and evidence gathering. (correct)
What is the most critical attribute of a credible source in academic research?
What is the most critical attribute of a credible source in academic research?
- Its length and level of detail.
- The reputation of the publisher.
- The author's expertise and lack of bias. (correct)
- Its accessibility and ease of understanding.
In the context of historical research, what is the key distinction between a primary and secondary source?
In the context of historical research, what is the key distinction between a primary and secondary source?
- Primary sources are only found in archives, while secondary sources are widely available.
- Primary sources are always longer and more detailed than secondary sources.
- Primary sources provide firsthand accounts, while secondary sources offer analysis and interpretation. (correct)
- Primary sources are more objective and reliable than secondary sources.
Which of the following scenarios constitutes plagiarism?
Which of the following scenarios constitutes plagiarism?
What is the primary difference in purpose between paraphrasing and summarizing?
What is the primary difference in purpose between paraphrasing and summarizing?
In MLA formatting, what is the primary purpose of in-text citations?
In MLA formatting, what is the primary purpose of in-text citations?
Which characteristic most accurately defines a strong research question?
Which characteristic most accurately defines a strong research question?
What is the key factor in determining the credibility of a source for academic research?
What is the key factor in determining the credibility of a source for academic research?
Which scenario accurately represents the use of a primary source in research?
Which scenario accurately represents the use of a primary source in research?
Which of the following actions constitutes plagiarism?
Which of the following actions constitutes plagiarism?
What should a researcher primarily focus on when summarizing?
What should a researcher primarily focus on when summarizing?
In MLA format, what is the required spacing for the entire document, including the Works Cited page?
In MLA format, what is the required spacing for the entire document, including the Works Cited page?
Which of the following describes a database in the context of academic research?
Which of the following describes a database in the context of academic research?
Which of the following would be considered a secondary source?
Which of the following would be considered a secondary source?
In what scenario is it acceptable to use another person's ideas in your research without citing them?
In what scenario is it acceptable to use another person's ideas in your research without citing them?
Which of the following is the most effective strategy for paraphrasing a text to avoid plagiarism?
Which of the following is the most effective strategy for paraphrasing a text to avoid plagiarism?
In MLA format, what information is included in the header of each page after the first?
In MLA format, what information is included in the header of each page after the first?
What is the function of a thesis statement in academic writing?
What is the function of a thesis statement in academic writing?
Topic sentences are placed at the beginning of each paragraph and highlights what the paragraph will be about.
Topic sentences are placed at the beginning of each paragraph and highlights what the paragraph will be about.
Official documents would NOT be considered a primary source.
Official documents would NOT be considered a primary source.
A bibliography is a list of all possible books that are related to your subject.
A bibliography is a list of all possible books that are related to your subject.
When paraphrasing, you should underline 3 key words that will be nouns or verbs in the passage.
When paraphrasing, you should underline 3 key words that will be nouns or verbs in the passage.
When summarizing, you should avoid the clues the author gives you, the Title, Subheadings, Photo Captions, and Repeated key words.
When summarizing, you should avoid the clues the author gives you, the Title, Subheadings, Photo Captions, and Repeated key words.
When citing a work in MLA format, all work used for reference does not have to be cited.
When citing a work in MLA format, all work used for reference does not have to be cited.
MLA formatting includes a 5 line header that contains your name, professor's name, class, date, and title.
MLA formatting includes a 5 line header that contains your name, professor's name, class, date, and title.
Flashcards
Research Question
Research Question
An open-ended and specific question that guides your research, requiring investigations and evidence.
Credible Source
Credible Source
A source where you can trust the information provided; it's written by an expert and free of errors or bias.
Primary Source
Primary Source
Firsthand testimony or direct evidence concerning a topic, typically created by a witness.
Secondary Source
Secondary Source
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Plagiarism
Plagiarism
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Paraphrase
Paraphrase
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Summarize
Summarize
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Citation
Citation
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Works Cited
Works Cited
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Thesis Statement
Thesis Statement
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Topic Sentence
Topic Sentence
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Database
Database
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Avoiding Plagiarism
Avoiding Plagiarism
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Bibliography
Bibliography
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Paraphrasing Technique
Paraphrasing Technique
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Summarizing Clues
Summarizing Clues
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MLA Header
MLA Header
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MLA Spacing
MLA Spacing
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MLA Header (Top Right)
MLA Header (Top Right)
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Paragraph Indentation (MLA)
Paragraph Indentation (MLA)
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MLA Margins
MLA Margins
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Works Cited Location
Works Cited Location
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Primary Source Examples
Primary Source Examples
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Secondary Source Examples
Secondary Source Examples
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Using Ideas without Plagiarism
Using Ideas without Plagiarism
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Study Notes
- The provided text covers essential research vocabulary, source evaluation, plagiarism avoidance, and MLA formatting guidelines.
Research Vocabulary
- Research question is an open-ended, specific question that guides research and requires evidence.
- A credible source is trustworthy, authored by an expert, and free of errors or bias.
- Primary sources offer firsthand accounts or direct evidence related to the research topic, typically created by someone who witnessed the event.
- Secondary sources interpret or analyze events or phenomena, created by someone not present at the event.
- Plagiarism involves using others' work or ideas without proper credit.
- Paraphrasing means restating information in one's own words.
- Summarizing involves providing a brief overview of the main points or ideas.
- A citation gives credit to the source of information within the text.
- Works Cited is a page in MLA format listing all sources directly referenced in a paper.
- A thesis statement presents a clear stance or opinion on a topic.
- A topic sentence introduces the main subject of a paragraph.
- A library database is a searchable index of reliable, published resources.
Primary vs. Secondary Sources
- Primary sources provide firsthand accounts or direct evidence, often created by witnesses:
- Examples include personal writings (letters, diaries), official documents, audiovisual materials, and autobiographies.
- Secondary sources interpret or analyze historical events, not created during the event:
- Examples include textbooks, encyclopedias, nonfiction books (history, biographies), and analyses (commentaries, opinion pieces).
Plagiarism
- Plagiarism is using someone else’s work without giving them credit.
- Ideas can be used without plagiarism by paraphrasing and citing the source, or using an exact quote and citing the source.
- A bibliography is a list of all sources used while researching.
Paraphrasing vs. Summarizing
- Paraphrasing involves restating information in your own words, and underlining 3 key nouns/verbs will help.
- Summarizing involves giving a brief statement of main idea by using the title, subheadings, photo captions, and repeated key words.
MLA Format
- The 4-line header includes your name, teacher's name, class name, and date.
- A unique title should be given by the writer.
- The entire paper should be double-spaced.
- In-text citations are required at the end of direct quotes, paraphrases, or summaries, with the author's name and page number:
- Example: (Tolkien 76)
- A header with your last name and page number goes on the top right.
- Each paragraph should be indented ½ inch from the left.
- Margins should be 1 inch around the entire paper.
- A "Works Cited" or "Bibliography" page is required on the last page, documenting all sources used.
- All referenced work must be cited.
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