Research Proposal Quiz

What is the purpose of a research proposal?

• To persuade someone that your project is worthwhile

• To summarize existing research findings

• To critique other research proposals

• To outline the results of the research

What should be included in the title page of a research proposal?

• Proposed title, your name, supervisor's name, institution and department

• Abstract, methodology, results, conclusion

• Introduction, literature review, research design, reference list

• Hypothesis, variables, data analysis, limitations

What is the purpose of the introduction in a research proposal?

• To hook the reader and demonstrate relevance

• To list all the references used in the proposal

• To provide a detailed timeline of the project

• To discuss the potential implications of the research

What does a literature review in a research proposal aim to do?

• Discuss the potential implications of the research

• Describe the overall approach and practical steps of the research

• Introduce the context of the research problem

• Convince the reader that the project has a solid foundation in existing knowledge

What should be described in the research design or methodology section of a research proposal?

• Research type, sources, research methods, practicalities

• Variables, data analysis, limitations, implications

• Introduction, literature review, reference list, conclusion

• Title page, abstract, methodology, results

Why is it important to include proper citations and a reference list in a research proposal?

• To make the proposal longer and more detailed

• To show off the number of sources used

• To confuse the reader with unnecessary information

• To give credit to the original sources and avoid plagiarism

What should you do before submitting your research proposal?

• Submit it without any revisions

• Make it as long and detailed as possible

• Include as many sources as possible

• Edit and proofread it

How long should a research proposal be?

• It should be as short as possible to keep the reader interested

• It should always be at least 50 pages long

• It should be exactly 10 pages long

• It depends on the type of project, ranging from a few pages to very long and detailed