Planning reports and proposals

When should you use direct quotation in your argument?

• When paraphrasing is not possible

• When the original language enhances your argument

• When summarizing the main points

• When you want to use an indirect quote

What is paraphrasing?

• Copying information exactly as found

• Restating someone else’s idea in your own words

• Summarizing the main points only

• Using quotation marks to identify direct quotes

What should you do to ensure that you have paraphrased correctly?

• Change the meaning to fit your report

• Use language that is completely different from the original

• Verify that you have not altered the original meaning

• Avoid recording the source since it is paraphrased

What must you do when you use direct quotes in your report?

• Paraphrase the quote to match the rest of the report

• Use quotation marks to identify direct quotes

• Summarize the quote to make it shorter

• Alter the meaning to enhance your argument

Why is it important to record the source and give proper credit to the original author when quoting, paraphrasing, or summarizing?

• To avoid plagiarism

• To make the report longer

• To show that you have done extensive research

• To enhance the visual appeal of the report

What does summarizing research results involve?

• Presenting every detail from the original idea

• Identifying main ideas and leaving out most details

• Copying the text exactly as it is

• Interpreting the report facts logically

What is the purpose of making recommendations in a report?

• To provide a logical interpretation of the report facts

• To suggest actions in response to report information

• To summarize the original idea in fewer words

• To identify main ideas and leave out most details

What must recommendations in a report be?

• Based on personal opinions

• Practical and acceptable to the audience

• A summary of the entire report

• A detailed analysis of all facts

Which of the following is NOT a source of information you might find at a library for conducting secondary research?

• Newspapers and periodicals.

• Business books and directories.

• Free online blogs.

• Government publications.

What type of sources can be found in a library that are not available online?

• Electronic databases.

• Printed sources with information that is not available online.

• Statistical resources and almanacs.

• Online sources available only by subscription.