Annotated Bibliographies Quiz

What is the primary purpose of an annotated bibliography?

• To summarize a topic briefly

• To list sources with descriptions and evaluations

• To write an argumentative essay

• To replace the need for citations

What element is included in every annotation?

• A personal opinion about the source

• A short summary only

• Citation and analysis of the source

• Author biography

Why is the headnote important in an annotated bibliography?

• It serves as the conclusion

• It explains the research context and claim

• It lists the citations

• It introduces the formatting

What does “Kairos” refer to in an annotation?

• The author’s personal beliefs

• The genre of the article

• The relevance and timing of the source

• The number of pages in the article

When evaluating the author, what should you consider?

• Whether they are famous

• Their level of controversy

• Their credibility and background

• The length of the article

Which of the following best defines the “Usefulness” element in an annotation?

• How entertaining the source is

• How the source supports your paper

• The date it was published

• Whether the source is a book or article

The audience/venue element helps explain:

• Why the article is hard to read

• Who the article is trying to persuade and where it was published

• What the author’s favorite book is

• Whether the article is peer-reviewed

A good annotated bibliography helps you:

• Finish your essay faster

• Collect unrelated sources

• Think critically about your research and argument

• Avoid writing a thesis

What is not a required element of each annotation?

• Kairos

• Use of transition words

• Author credibility

• Main argument

Which of the following best describes the tone of an annotation?

• Opinionated and casual

• Neutral and analytical

• Satirical and exaggerated

• Personal and emotional