Sources

What does corroborate mean?

• To confirm (a statement, theory, or finding)

• To contradict (a statement, theory, or finding)

• To work together

If you were writing a paper about chocolate making, which of the following articles would you cite?

• 21 Causes of Climate Change

• The History of Chocolate

• How to Make Candy

• Why are Otters Important?

If an author is the CEO of an oil company and is writing a paper on climate change, are they biased?

• Yes

• No

You need to do a current events report for your teacher. You have picked out 4 articles, each with a different publishing date. Which article should you use?

• June 2022

• January 2020

• September 2019

• None of the above

Answer explanation

All of the dates are too old! Current events should be within the month.

Which of the following is a good example of a hook?

• The government should not fine its citizens for not recycling

• First I'll discuss whales, then dolphins, then sharks

• "Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day"

If you are writing a persuasive essay, what is your purpose of writing the essay?

• To inform

• To describe

• To convince

• To tell a story

If a PHD Psychology student wrote a paper on chemistry, would it be credible?

• Yes

• No

Answer explanation

They're not an expert in chemistry!

Why is background information important?

• It allows the audience to familiarize themselves with the topic

• It introduces your arguments.

• It improves your pathos because it allows you to share a personal story.

Which is the best thesis?

• Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are the best type of sandwich.

• Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are the best type of sandwich because they are versatile, easy to make, and taste good.

• I like peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

What is the purpose of a roadmap?

• Examine the scope of the issue.

• Provide logic and evidence to support your thesis.

• Briefly go through the arguments you will present in the speech.