Cambridge Checkpoint G8 (IRR)

Which of the following should be avoided when writing the body of your Cambridge Checkpoint essay?

• A) Using reliable sources

• B) Comparing global and national perspectives

• C) Listing solutions without explanation

• D) Providing evidence from research

What percentage of your grade is based on reflection (in conclusion) in the Cambridge Checkpoint IRR?

• A) 5%

• B) 10%

• C) 20%

• D) 15%

Which of the following should NOT be used to evaluate a source?

• A) Reliability

• B) Bias

• C) Credibility

• D) Author's writing style

True/False Questions:

1. You are allowed to receive direct help from your teacher in researching and drafting your Cambridge Checkpoint essay.

• True

• False

True or False

You must use both global and national perspectives in your analysis for the Cambridge Checkpoint essay.

• True

• False

A good research question should be clear, focused, and researchable.

• True

• False

In which section of the essay are you allowed to use first person?

• A) Introduction

• B) Analysis

• C) Conclusion

• D) Throughout the essay

What is the maximum allowed similarity percentage to avoid plagiarism issues in the Cambridge Checkpoint essay?

• A) 5%

• B) 10%

• C) 20%

• D) 15%

True Or False

\You should include authors rather than organizations when evaluating your sources.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

You need to be able to check the education and background of the author for the source evaluation (CRAAP Test)

What is the role of the thesis statement in your Cambridge Checkpoint essay?

• A) To introduce the sources you will use

• B) To state the main argument or purpose of your essay

• C) To explain your personal opinion throughout the essa

• D) To summarize your conclusion