MAP practice

Which of the following is a reliable source for a research paper?

• A blog written by an anonymous author

• A peer-reviewed scientific journal

• A social media post with no sources cited

• A personal website without any credentials listed

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Why is it important to cite sources in a research paper?

• To make the paper longer

• To show off how many sources were used

• To give credit to the original authors and avoid plagiarism

• To confuse the readers

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is plagiarism?

• Using your own ideas without citing them

•  Copying someone else's work and pretending it's your own

• Creating original content with proper citations

• Publishing your research in peer-reviewed journals

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

How can you evaluate the credibility of a website as a source for your research paper?

• Check if the website is visually appealing

• See if the website has a lot of advertisements

• Check the website for a list of sources the author used

• Count the number of images on the homepage

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Why is it important to use a variety of sources in a research report?

• To confuse the reader

• To show off your knowledge

• To support your ideas with different viewpoints

• To make the report longer

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which of the following is NOT a reliable source for a research report?

• Government website (.gov)

• Interview with expert historian

• Library book

• Cartoon network website

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

 How can a Venn diagram help with organizing information?

• Showing cause and effect relationships

• Comparing and contrasting different elements

• Sequencing events in a story

• Identifying the author of a book

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CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

Where can valuable facts be found for a research report?

• Personal opinions

•  Fictional stories

• Scientific journals

• Social media posts

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

How can students ensure the accuracy of facts in their research report?

• Relying on information from websites with good advertisements

• Double-checking facts from multiple sources

• Using the first reliable source they find

• Articles which Include  personal information about the author

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

A student is writing a report about the importance of dental hygiene. He found several sources. Which sources would have the most useful information for the report? Choose two answers.

•  A  movie about a famous dentist that got married to a movie star

• A book titled Wacky Stories from Dentists Around the World

• An article from a magazine titled “The Benefits of Flossing Every Day”

• A website that advertises toothbrushes and toothpaste

• An interview with a dentist that shares information about improving dental health

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9