Literature Review Writing Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a literature review?

• To list all books and articles on a topic

• To present new research findings

• To critically summarize existing research on a topic

• To provide a personal opinion on a topic

Which of the following is NOT a recommended database for finding scholarly literature?

• Wikipedia

• Science Direct

• JSTOR

• Google Scholar

When evaluating sources, what does a high citation count on Google Scholar indicate?

• The source is probably important

• The source is not peer-reviewed

• The source is irrelevant

• The source is likely outdated

Which approach organizes a literature review by comparing different research methods?

• Chronological

• Theoretical

• Methodological

• Thematic

What are the essential components of a literature review?

• Introduction, discussion, and references

• Introduction, main body, and conclusion

• Title, abstract, and references

• Abstract, methods, and results