Research Skills Quiz for Grade 5

What is the first step in conducting short research for inquiry?

• Write a conclusion

• Generate a question about a topic

• Cite your sources

• Logically group findings

Which of the following is a credible source for research?

• A blog with no author

• A peer-reviewed journal article

• A social media post

• A personal opinion website

When researching, how can you determine if information is relevant to your topic?

• It is interesting to you

• It directly answers your research question

• It is the first result on a search engine

• It is a long article

What is the purpose of logically grouping related findings in research?

• To make the research look longer

• To organize information for better understanding

• To confuse the reader

• To avoid using too many sources

Why is it important to cite sources in your research?

• To make your paper longer

• To avoid plagiarism

• To confuse the reader

• To make your work look more professional

Which of the following is an example of a multimedia source?

• A textbook

• A newspaper article

• A documentary film

• A magazine

What should you check to determine the credibility of a website?

• The number of ads on the page

• The author's qualifications and expertise

• The color scheme of the website

• The length of the article

Which information is most relevant when researching the water cycle?

• The history of water usage

• The process of evaporation and condensation

• Famous rivers around the world

• The chemical formula of water

How can you logically group findings in a research project about animals?

• By the color of the animals

• By their habitats

• By the length of their names

• By the number of legs they have

What is a consequence of not citing sources in your research?

• Your paper will be too short

• You might be accused of plagiarism

• Your research will be more credible

• You will have more time to write