Research Topic and Research Question Quiz

What is the first step in deciding on a research topic?

• Writing the research paper

• Defining your research question

• Brainstorming broad areas of interest

• Choosing your research method

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good research topic?

• Too broad and covering multiple subjects

• Specific and focused

• Relevant to the field of study

• Feasible within the given time frame

Why is it important to choose a topic that interests you?

• It guarantees high grades

• It ensures you stay motivated throughout the research process

• It makes the research easier

• It reduces the need for thorough research

What makes a research question 'feasible'?

• It can be answered without needing any resources

• It can be answered using available data, time, and resources

• It can be answered in one sentence

• It does not need any evidence to support it

Which of the following is a sign that a research topic may be too narrow?

• You find only one or two sources of information on it

• It covers a wide range of concepts and theories

• It is an emerging area with little research

• It involves multiple complex factors

Which of the following are good sources of inspiration when choosing a research topic? (You can select multiple answers!)

• Previous lectures and class materials

• Discussions with your peers and professors

• Irrelevant online forums or social media trends

• Academic journal articles

A good research question should be:

• Answerable with 'yes' or 'no'

• Open-ended and lead to further exploration

• Complex enough to need no conclusion

• Vague and ambiguous

Which of the following best describes the ideal format for a well-structured research question?

• It should be a vague statement that includes the broad context and outcome.

• It should be a clear, concise question that includes the topic, context, variable and outcome.

• It should consist of multiple sub-questions without a clear focus.

• It should start with a hypothesis and include an answer.

Why is it important to review existing literature before finalizing your research question?

• To copy questions from other studies

• To understand what has already been researched and identify gaps

• To avoid doing any original work

• To narrow your topic until it is nearly impossible to research

Which of the following is an example of a well-defined research question?

• "How does social media affect business?"

• "What is the impact of Instagram marketing on customer engagement for small businesses in London?"

• "Is business management important?"

• "What are the financial, operational, and societal benefits of a business across different industries worldwide?"