English 9

Utility value indicates that information is relevant if:

• It is published in a popular magazine.

• It serves the readers' needs and interests.

• It is presented in a formal tone.

• It has been cited multiple times.

What does 'relatedness' refer to in the context of relevance?

• The writer's qualifications

• The inherent need for personal significance

• The length of the article

• The complexity of ideas presented

Which of the following is a sign that information might be relevant?

• The author is unknown.

• It includes personal anecdotes.

• It answers readers' questions on a topic.

• It is published in a magazine.

Which of the following is considered a reliable source of information?

• A social media post

• A journal article

• A personal blog

• A tabloid newspaper

Which of the following is NOT a reliable information source according to the text?

• Newsweek

• The Huffington Post

• A personal opinion article

• Mayo Clinic

Why might newspapers and news reports be less reliable than journal articles?

• They are usually shorter.

• They are not peer-reviewed and can be biased.

• They only provide opinions.

• They are written for entertainment.

What type of websites are generally considered reliable?

• Those with .com suffixes

• Those with .org suffixes

• Those with .gov and .edu suffixes

• Personal blogs

When assessing sources, which of the following is important?

• The author's style of writing

• The number of pages in the source

• Whether the source has been peer-reviewed

• The date when it was written

What is the importance of evaluating the sources of information?

• To ensure they are entertaining

• To confirm their reliability and accuracy

• To increase the length of the article

• To make it more visually appealing

Which of the following indicates that a source may not be reliable?

• It has been peer-reviewed.

• It lacks citations and references.

• It is published in a respected journal.

• It provides a thorough discussion.