Source Evaluation

The suffix ".org" is used for domain names of what type of organizations?

• internet service providers

• non-profit groups

• online stores

• schools and colleges

Answer explanation

The suffix '.org' is primarily used for non-profit organizations, making 'non-profit groups' the correct choice. Other options like internet service providers, online stores, and schools typically use different domain suffixes.

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If an article is biased it shows {}.

• an unfair preference for or dislike of something

• a lack of education on the part of the writer

• a lack of seriousness on the part of the writer

• poor research or writing skills

Answer explanation

If an article is biased, it indicates an unfair preference for or dislike of something, as it reflects the writer's subjective views rather than an objective stance.

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What is the main disadvantage of Wikipedia?

• The articles are out of date.

• Topics are narrow or limited.

• Anyone can write or edit the articles.

• The articles have a political bias.

Answer explanation

The main disadvantage of Wikipedia is that anyone can write or edit the articles, which can lead to inaccuracies and vandalism, compromising the reliability of the information.

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Alex wants to learn about dog care. Which source is *most* likely to have credible information for his report?

• Get Smart with Pet Mart, www.PetMart.com/tips: Delicious and nutritious, we offer a wide range of products for any breed of dog.

• Helen Miller Canine Advice, www.helensway.com/dog-care: When you bring a puppy into your life, you take on responsibility for its care. Helen Miller offers dog training classes.

• Debi's Doggy Dream, www.Debi'sDoggyDream.net: I have owned dogs for over 25 years. Visit my blog to learn about what the pooches in my care are up to day in and day out.

• American Society for Caring for Animals: www.ASCA.org: ASCA veterinarians and behaviorists offer these guidelines regarding your dog's health and daily activities.

Answer explanation

The American Society for Caring for Animals provides guidelines from veterinarians and behaviorists, making it the most credible source for dog care information compared to personal blogs or product-focused sites.

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Which source shows the least bias?

• Bill Clinton was clearly a terrible president. In fact, he may have been the worst president ever. Our country's lack of credibility among the rest of the world is all his fault.

• Historians are divided on the legacy of Clinton's presidency. Some say his economic policies were successful, but others challenge his personal integrity.

• Bill Clinton has gotten a bad rap. Criticism of his personal integrity may be valid, but what about his economic policies? He was the last president to have a surplus in the fed budget.

• I think that Bill Clinton was a great president. The problem was Congress at the time. Right-wing conservatives spent too much time focusing on his personal behavior and not enough on moving our country forward.

Answer explanation

The correct choice presents a balanced view, acknowledging differing opinions on Clinton's presidency without strong bias. The other options express clear opinions, making them more biased.

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What is a primary source?

• a document or other account written during an event

• a description of an event written later by a historian

• an opinion piece written by a subject matter expert

• the most important document or account for a given essay

Answer explanation

A primary source is a document or account created during an event, providing firsthand evidence. This distinguishes it from secondary sources, which analyze or interpret events after they occur.

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Rika is writing a report on school uniforms for the school newspaper. Which source would be the best resource for her report?

• an advertisement from a company that sells school uniforms

• the website of a school that has decided to do away with school uniforms

• a blog post written by a student giving her opinion about wearing a school uniform

• an article written by an educator detailing the connection between dress and student achievement

Answer explanation

The best resource for Rika's report is the article by an educator. It provides a researched perspective on how dress affects student achievement, offering valuable insights that go beyond personal opinions or advertisements.

Wikipedia can be helpful because {}.

• It is a primary source document.

• Facts are checked by a professional fact checker.

• It provides citations and links to more credible sources.

• Information can be quoted from there without providing a citation.

Answer explanation

Wikipedia is valuable because it provides citations and links to more credible sources, allowing users to verify information and explore further, enhancing the reliability of the content.

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All of the following may suggest bias, *except*:

• first-person, as in "I think"

• subjective language

• a lack of facts or examples

• a link to another source

Answer explanation

A link to another source does not suggest bias; it can provide additional context or evidence. In contrast, first-person language, subjective language, and a lack of facts indicate a potential bias in the argument.

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Emily is writing a report on the connection between advertising junk food and children's health for her social studies class. Which online source is likely to have the **most** credible information?

• "Attracting the Adolescent Eye." Tips for capturing the growing teen market from the ad industry's leading association. www.adaa.teens.org

• "Junk Food and Teens." One mom's blog about how advertising turned three healthy teens into junk food junkies. www.brittablum.blog.net.

• "Advertising and Children." A summary of the research on the effect of advertising on children and their eating behaviors. www.ped.schoolofmedicine.edu

• "Tailored for Teens." The disgraceful and dishonest practices of the advertisers seeking to attract the teen market. www.waverlytimes.com

Answer explanation

"Advertising and Children" is the most credible source as it summarizes research on advertising's effects on children's eating behaviors, providing evidence-based information, unlike the other options which are less formal and more subjective.

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