Research Writing Vocabulary

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What is the main idea?

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The gist, the most important point that is being stated in a paragraph, essay, article, or other passage.

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What does it mean to compare?

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To look at two or more things closely in order to see what is similar or different about them.

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What is research?

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Careful study that is done to find and report new knowledge about something.

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What is a source?

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An article, video, person, etc. that gives information.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that gives the most important information about something.

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What is the purpose of research writing?

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To communicate findings and knowledge clearly and effectively.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or research paper.

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What does it mean to cite a source?

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To give credit to the original author or creator of the information used in your writing.

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What is a bibliography?

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A list of sources used in research or writing, usually found at the end of a document.

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What is an argument in research writing?

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A statement or series of statements that support a particular viewpoint or claim.