Research IAB Practice (#2)

A student is writing a research report on sloths. She is looking for information on what they eat. Which source would most likely give her more information that she can use for her report?

• www.cutesloths.com

  A website with a collection of pictures of cute sloths

• A fiction story from her school library called, "The Sloth Life"

• An article on Scholastic Go about sloths

• A picture book of sloths she found in her classroom library

A student is writing a research report on volleyball. They took notes and found the following fact:

"There are 6 players needed on the court during a volleyball game."

Where would this note best fit in the student's report?

• Main Idea #1:

  Rules of volleyball

• Main Idea #2:

  Equipment needed to play volleyball

• Main Idea #3:

  How to keep score in volleyball

• Main Idea #4"

  Tips to improve at volleyball

A student has made a plan for their research:

Topic: The Winter Olympics

Audience: Their classmates

Research Question: What events are played in the Winter Olympics?

Which TWO websites would be the BEST sources for this student's report?

(a)  

• www.snowmuchfun.com

  Click here to play fun snowy games!

• www.winterolympics.com

  Click here to learn about the sports you'll see at the Winter Games.

• www.winteryweather.com

  Click here to find out how snow storms are predicted.

• www.sledandskate.com

  Click here to buy the best gear for your favorite winter sport!

• www.goldmedal.com

  Click here to see how many gold medals were earned by U.S. athletes in the last Winter Olympics.

A student is writing a research report about Coventry. She wrote an opinion in the report. Read the report and the directions that follow:

Coventry is a Connecticut town with many things to offer. There is a large lake in the center of town with park areas and playscapes. We have many restaurants. There four schools for children to attend. We have a large Farmer's Market at the Hale Homestead too. This is a fun town!

The student took notes about Coventry. Which note BEST supports the student's opinion?

• There is a large lake in the center of town with park areas and playscapes.

• We have many restaurants.

• There four schools for children to attend.

• We have a large Farmer's Market at the Hale Homestead too.

A student is writing a research report about reading. Read both sources and the directions that follow:

Source 1- Reading is a relaxing hobby. You can enjoy books many ways. Some people like to read indoors in a comfy spot. Others like to read outdoors in nature. Many people like to take books with them wherever they go!

Source 2- Reading is an important skill. When you read you improve your comprehension. You build up your vocabulary. You become more fluent and confident. Reading is an important skill you will use throughout your life!

The student took notes from BOTH sources. Choose one note that combines information from both sources above.

• Reading is a relaxing hobby.

• Reading is important and enjoyable.

• Reading helps build vocabulary.

• Some people like to read outdoors.

A student wrote a research report on dolphins. The student wrote the following opinion:

Dolphins are the smartest ocean animal!

The student found information in a source. Choose TWO sentences that support the student's opinion.

• Dolphins are playful animals.

• Dolphins can be found all over the world.

• Dolphins do not have hair.

• Dolphins can be trained and learn quickly.

• Dolphins can learn to communicate with humans.

A student is researching rainforest animals and needs a source. Which source would be the best choice for their report?

• A map of the world's rainforests.

• A website titled:

  www.rainydaygames.com

• A National Geographic video called, "All About Rainforests."

• A library book on mammals.

A student has written the following information to add to their report:

Jeff Kinney was born in 1971 in Maryland. He knew he wanted to be a cartoonist. He started writing down ideas for Diary of a Wimpy Kid, which he hoped to turn into a book. Jeff worked on the book for many years before publishing book one in 2007 and it became an instant best seller. Just a year later, more than 100,000 copies were in print in the United States alone!

The student has 3 main ideas for his report. Where does the information above BEST fit?

• Main Idea #1:

  The Childhood of Jeff Kinney

• Main Idea #2:

  Jeff Kinney Becomes an Author

• Main Idea #3:

  Jeff Kinney's Life Today

A student is writing a research report about panda bears. He wrote an opinion in the report. Read the sentences from the report and the directions that follow.

A panda bear has black hair around its eyes, ears, nose and all across its tummy. The rest of its fur is white. A panda has a short, stubby tail. It has five claws and an extra finger, kind of like a thumb, that starts at its wrist bone. It uses this extra finger to grip and eat bamboo. Pandas love to eat lots and lots of bamboo.

The student found another source about pandas. Choose TWO of the sentences from the source that support the student's opinion.

• Panda bears enjoy being alone.

• Panda bears live in the forest and mountains of China.

• Bamboo is critical to their diet.

• Pandas spend 10-16 hours of their day eating, mostly bamboo.

• Panda cubs are well protected by their mothers their first month of life.