Inquiry Process Flashcards

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What is an inquiry?

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An inquiry is a way to investigate a problem or ask for more information by asking questions and searching for evidence.

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First step in the inquiry process

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Asking questions to develop a claim.

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Supporting Questions

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Supporting questions provide the information needed to answer the compelling question.

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Compelling Question

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A question that sparks interest and is exciting.

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Role of a Historian

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A historian researches and studies the past to help us understand how people used to think and live.

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Role of an Economist

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An economist thinks about money and finance, making claims about the economy to help people make financial choices.

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Thinking Like a Political Scientist

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Someone who thinks about government and laws.

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Making a Claim

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A statement about what you believe

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Different Perspectives

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The point of view of a person based on their history and experiences.

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Reflect

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To think deeply about something and sometimes change our thinking.