Research Paper Writing

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What are the 3Rs of a conclusion in a research paper?

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The 3Rs of a conclusion are: 1) Restate your thesis, 2) Review your main points, 3) Refer to the value of your paper.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using information from a source without giving that source credit.

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Where should the period go when completing in-text documentation?

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The period should go after the final parenthesis of the citation.

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What should you start with in your introduction?

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You should start with an attention-getter.

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What goes in the upper right-hand corner of a bibliography card?

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The source number goes in the upper right-hand corner.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of a research paper.

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What is the purpose of an attention-getter in an introduction?

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The purpose of an attention-getter is to engage the reader's interest right from the start.

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What is in-text documentation?

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In-text documentation is a way to give credit to sources within the text of your paper.

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What is a bibliography?

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A bibliography is a list of sources used in a research paper, typically found at the end.

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What is the difference between a primary source and a secondary source?

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A primary source is an original document or firsthand account, while a secondary source interprets or analyzes primary sources.