Intro. to Research Paper

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What is a credible source?

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A credible source is a source that is trustworthy, reliable, and authoritative, often peer-reviewed or published by reputable organizations.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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The thesis statement provides a clear direction for the paper, outlining the main argument or claim that will be supported throughout the text.

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What citation format is commonly used in humanities subjects?

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MLA (Modern Language Association) format is commonly used in humanities subjects.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What does it mean to paraphrase a source?

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To paraphrase a source means to read the original text and then restate the ideas in your own words without changing the original meaning.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What is the difference between primary and secondary sources?

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Primary sources are original materials or firsthand accounts (e.g., interviews, original research), while secondary sources analyze or interpret primary sources (e.g., articles, reviews).

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5

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Why is it important to evaluate sources?

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Evaluating sources is important to ensure credibility and relevance, which helps in building a strong foundation for research.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What is an example of a domain extension that is generally not considered a reliable source?

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.com is often not considered a reliable source compared to .edu, .org, or .gov.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What is the significance of a literature review in a research paper?

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A literature review summarizes existing research on a topic, identifies gaps in knowledge, and provides context for the current study.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What is an annotated bibliography?

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An annotated bibliography is a list of sources with a brief summary and evaluation of each source, often used to help researchers understand the relevance of their sources.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What is the role of a research question in a research paper?

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The research question guides the research process, helping to focus the study and determine the direction of the investigation.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5