How To Research on the Internet

What is the primary function of search engines like Google?

• To display advertisements only.

• To help find information quickly and accurately.

• To sell products directly to consumers.

Which search strategy can lead to the most relevant search results?

• Using long and complex questions.

• Using precise keywords related to the information needed.

• Searching for broad (Wide or Extensive) terms only.

What should you be aware of when seeing the first results in a Google search?

• They are always the most relevant.

• They might include paid advertisements.

• They are verified by educational institutions.

How does the video suggest making searches more effective when unsure about specific terms?

• Use more general terms to get a wider range of results.

• Replace or omit words to narrow down the results.

• Only use single words for all searches.

What is an example of using search operators to refine your results?

• Adding "site:" before your search to limit results to a specific website.

• Using a hashtag before keywords.

• Including as many keywords as possible in the search query.

What is the impact of changing the order of words in a search query?

• It has no impact on the search results.

• It changes the search results because it alters the context.

• It makes the search faster.

What does the video suggest about using exact phrases in search queries?

• It broadens the search results.

• It is less effective than using single keywords.

• It narrows down the search results to more specific information.

What advanced search feature does the video recommend for staying updated on a specific topic?

• The Google News tab to follow the latest updates.

• The images tab for the most recent photographs.

• The shopping tab for the best deals.

How does the video suggest using Google Scholar for academic purposes?

• To find entertainment news.

• To access a broad range of academic papers and articles.

• To directly purchase academic books.

What role does using quotation marks (" ") play in a search query according to the video?

• It causes the search engine to ignore the terms within the quotes.

• It forces the search engine to look for exact phrases, narrowing down results.

• It removes all results related to the quoted phrase.