Research Skills Practice

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What is a big clue that information on a webpage is not trustworthy?

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Spelling and grammar mistakes.

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What is the main advantage of using online sources vs. printed sources?

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Online sources are faster and easier to access.

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Why are sites like Wikipedia not always valid?

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The information constantly changes because users can alter the info.

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What does the word 'unbiased' mean?

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Fair.

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Which graphic would best be used with an article discussing employment opportunities for middle school students?

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2 - 'Afterschool Jobs'.

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What is the importance of checking the credibility of a source?

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To ensure the information is accurate and reliable.

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What does it mean for a source to be 'primary'?

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A primary source is an original document or firsthand account.

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What is a 'secondary source'?

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A secondary source interprets or analyzes primary sources.

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Why is it important to cross-check information from multiple sources?

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To verify accuracy and avoid misinformation.

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What is the role of citations in research?

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Citations give credit to original authors and allow readers to locate sources.