Question 1

What is the last section of any research essay?
A) Conclusion
B) Bibliographic references
C) Recommendations
D) Analysis

Accepted Answer

The last section of a research essay is typically the bibliographic references, where all the sources cited in the essay are listed.

Question 2

Which of the following is a primary source?
A) Encyclopaedia
B) Journal article
C) Book review
D) Memoir

Accepted Answer

A memoir is a primary source as it is a firsthand account of someone's personal experiences.

Question 3

Which of the following is a secondary source?
A) Journal article
B) Historical essay
C) Witness account
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

A

Question 4

Which of the following is a tertiary source?
A) Witness accounts
B) Indexes
C) Autobiographies
D) Critiques

Accepted Answer

Indexes are tertiary sources because they provide information about other sources, such as books, articles, and websites.

Question 5

The two most commonly used citation styles in college and university are ___________.
A) Chicago and ASA
B) APA and Chicago
C) MLA and ASA
D) MLA and APA

Accepted Answer

MLA (Modern Language Association) and APA (American Psychological Association) are the two most commonly used citation styles in colleges and universities, with MLA often used in humanities and APA in social sciences.

Question 6

APA style is used in what disciplines?
A) Science
B) Social Sciences
C) Humanities
D) A and B

Accepted Answer

APA style is used in both Science and Social Sciences.

Question 7

In order to utilize the rules of citation properly it is best to __________________.
A) review assignment instructions
B) ask librarians
C) read style manuals
D) utilize online tutorials and sites
E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the options provided are useful methods for understanding and applying citation rules correctly.

Question 8

Rules of citation are ultimately learned through __________________.
A) practice
B) luck
C) software
D) magic

Accepted Answer

Citation rules are learned through practice as individuals become familiar with different citation styles and guidelines by actively using them in writing and research.

Question 9

If you are asked to cite at least four sources, how many should you find before writing your research paper?
A) 4
B) 5
C) 6-7
D) 8 or more

Accepted Answer

Finding 8 or more sources allows for a more comprehensive understanding of the topic and ensures that you have enough credible information to support your arguments, even if some sources turn out to be less useful.

Question 10

If you are writing on a piece of literature, it's best to ___________________.
A) read secondary sources before reading the primary source
B) read the primary source before consulting secondary sources
C) read primary or secondary sources in whichever order you like
D) read tertiary sources before reading the primary source

Accepted Answer

Reading the primary source first allows you to form your own interpretations and understanding before being influenced by secondary sources.

Question 11

Why can cutting and pasting information be dangerous?
A) It is a lazy way of organizing information
B) It captures the original quote word for word
C) It makes it easy to get pieces out of order and mixed up
D) It relies on word processing software

Accepted Answer

Cutting and pasting information can lead to pieces being rearranged or mixed up, which can result in errors or misinterpretation of the information.

Question 12

How long should you let a draft sit before revising it?
A) 30 minutes
B) 1-2 hours
C) 10-12 hours
D) At least a day

Accepted Answer

Letting a draft sit for at least a day allows you to return to it with fresh eyes and a clearer perspective, making it easier to spot errors and areas for improvement.

Question 13

When determining if a source is relevant, what part of the article should you focus on?
A) Body paragraphs
B) Conclusion
C) Footnotes
D) Background

Accepted Answer

The answer of When determining if a source is relevant,...

Question 14

When doing research, it is important to ______________________.
A) focus on finding quality information
B) gather as much information as possible
C) read everything thoroughly and completely
D) B and C

Accepted Answer

Focusing on finding quality information ensures that the research is based on credible and reliable sources, which is more important than simply gathering a large quantity of information or reading everything thoroughly.

Question 15

Why do websites have less authority than newspapers and magazines?
A) They are not fact-checked as often
B) Their materials are written by collaborative, often unpaid contributors
C) They are vulnerable to hacking
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Websites often have less authority because they may not be fact-checked as rigorously, can be written by unpaid contributors, and are vulnerable to hacking, making them less reliable than traditional newspapers and magazines.

Question 16

Experts in the area, renowned scholars, established institutions such as universities, and reputable publishers are all examples of ________________.
A) not credible sources
B) credible sources
C) secondary sources
D) primary sources

Accepted Answer

These entities are considered credible sources because they are recognized for their expertise, reliability, and authority in their respective fields.

Question 17

What is the plural of "moose"?
A) Moose
B) Meese
C) Mooses
D) Mice

Accepted Answer

The word "moose" is an irregular noun and its plural form is the same as its singular form, which is "moose".

Question 18

Proper research is which of the following?
A) Finding articles
B) Copying articles
C) Reading, digesting, and using information
D) Accumulating and organizing information

Accepted Answer

Proper research involves reading, digesting, and using information to form new insights or conclusions, rather than just finding, copying, or merely organizing information.

Question 19

Putting something in your own words is an example of what?
A) Quoting
B) Paraphrasing
C) Listing
D) Analyzing

Accepted Answer

Paraphrasing is the act of expressing something in your own words, while quoting is repeating the exact words of someone else.

Question 20

Newspaper article titles are distinguished from the titles of books, films, etc., by _____________.
A) italics
B) underline
C) quotation marks
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

Newspaper article titles are typically enclosed in quotation marks to distinguish them from other types of titles.

Quiz 5: Research and Documentation

What is the last section of any research essay?

Which of the following is a primary source?

Which of the following is a secondary source?

Which of the following is a tertiary source?

The two most commonly used citation styles in college and university are ___________.

APA style is used in what disciplines?

In order to utilize the rules of citation properly it is best to __________________.

Rules of citation are ultimately learned through __________________.

If you are asked to cite at least four sources, how many should you find before writing your research paper?

If you are writing on a piece of literature, it's best to ___________________.

Why can cutting and pasting information be dangerous?

How long should you let a draft sit before revising it?

When determining if a source is relevant, what part of the article should you focus on?

When doing research, it is important to ______________________.

Why do websites have less authority than newspapers and magazines?

Experts in the area, renowned scholars, established institutions such as universities, and reputable publishers are all examples of ________________.

What is the plural of "moose"?

Proper research is which of the following?

Putting something in your own words is an example of what?

Newspaper article titles are distinguished from the titles of books, films, etc., by _____________.