Research Paper Process: Argumentative Quiz

Gathering credible sources: What is the best way to determine if a source is credible?

• Choose sources that use a lot of emotional language

• Only consider sources that agree with your own opinion

• Select sources that have a flashy website design

• Check for the author's expertise, the publication's reputation, and the presence of citations and references.

Gathering credible sources: Why is it important to use a variety of sources in a research paper?

• To confuse the readers

• To ensure the credibility and reliability of the information presented in the research paper.

• To make the paper longer

• To show off the researcher's knowledge

Gathering credible sources: What are some examples of credible sources for a research paper?

• Peer-reviewed journals, academic books, government websites, reputable news outlets

• Wikipedia articles

• Blogs and personal websites

• Social media posts

Organizing evidence and arguments: What is the purpose of organizing evidence and arguments in a research paper?

• To confuse the reader and make the paper less convincing

• To make the paper longer and more difficult to read

• To present a clear and logical flow of ideas, making the research paper more persuasive and convincing.

• To hide the main points and make the paper less persuasive

Organizing evidence and arguments: How can you effectively structure your evidence to support your argument?

• Include irrelevant arguments

• Present evidence in a disorganized manner

• Use random and unrelated evidence

• Use a logical and organized approach

Organizing evidence and arguments: What are some common methods for organizing evidence and arguments in a research paper?

• Problem/Solution or Cause/ Effect

• Chronological order, order of importance, and spatial order

Claim: What is the definition of a claim in a research paper?

• A claim in a research paper is a type of financial compensation for the researchers involved.

• A claim in a research paper is a type of lawsuit filed against the author of the paper.

• A claim in a research paper is a statement that asserts a point, belief, or conclusion about a particular topic or issue.

• A claim in a research paper is a popular brand of adhesive bandages.

Claim: Why is it important to clearly state your claim in a research paper?

• To confuse the reader

• To hide the main argument

• To help the reader understand the main argument of the paper.

• To make the paper longer

Claim: How can you ensure that your claim is specific and focused in a research paper?

• By making the claim as general as possible

• By using ambiguous language and vague terms

• By clearly defining the scope of the claim and avoiding broad or vague statements.

• By including as many different topics as possible

Claim: What is the role of a counterclaim in a research paper?

• To distract the reader from the main argument

• To strengthen the main argument by addressing and refuting opposing viewpoints.

• To make the paper longer

• To confuse the reader