Question Tree Writing Process Quiz

How would you describe your brainstorming process?

What is the primary purpose of creating a question tree in the writing process?

• To avoid doing research

• To help narrow and direct your writing

• To create a visually appealing diagram

• To impress your professor

What should you consider as the starting point for your question tree?

• Multiple unrelated questions

• A single root question

• A list of sources

• A random topic

What type of questions follow the root question in a question tree?

• Seed questions

• Trunk questions

• Root questions

• Leaf questions

Which of the following is an example of a trunk question?

• How do plants photosynthesize?

• What is the capital of France?

• Will working on campus help me graduate on time?

• What are the benefits of exercise?

What should you do if you feel lost and not ready to find sources?

• Give up on the assignment

• Spend time brainstorming online

• Skip to the next assignment

• Copy someone else's work

What are twig questions in the context of a question tree?

• Questions that are too broad

• Questions that explore other angles

• Questions that summarize the topic

• Questions that are unrelated to the topic

What should you do if your root question seems too broad after developing twig questions?

• Circle the twig questions of interest

• Ask a friend for help

• Start over with a new topic

• Ignore the twig questions

What is a good next step after finalizing your question tree?

• Start a new project

• Submit the assignment immediately

• Ask your professor for further guidance

• Forget about the assignment

What is the ultimate goal of creating a question tree?

• To avoid asking questions

• To develop a focused and directed research path

• To complete the assignment quickly

• To create a complex diagram