Research Vocabulary

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What is an alphabetized list of important topics covered in a book and the page numbers on which they can be found?

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Index

Front

What is it called when you state another piece of writing in your own words?

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Paraphrase

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What does it mean to develop a plan, system, or method?

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Formulate

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What term describes information directly related to the topic?

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Relevant

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What is the act of copying and citing an important phrase, sentence, or paragraph word for word from a text?

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Quote

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What is a collection of information organized for easy access and retrieval?

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Database

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What do we call a source that can be trusted for accuracy and reliability?

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Reliable Source

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What is a brief summary of a larger text that captures the main ideas?

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Summary

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What is a list of terms and their definitions found at the end of a book?

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Glossary

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What is the term for the original material or evidence used in research?

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Primary Source