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WorksheetsThe CRAAP Test: Source Evaluation
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 45mins
How can you check the 'Currency' of a source?
Look for the publication date and any updates to the information.
Check the author's credentials and background.
Verify the source's popularity on social media.
Assess the length of the article or publication.
What does 'Accuracy' mean in the context of the CRAAP Test?
The relevance and importance of the content.
The reliability, truthfulness, and correctness of the content.
The timeliness and up-to-date nature of the content.
The authority and credibility of the author.
What is an example of a reliable source?
Peer-reviewed journals, government publications, and reputable news organizations.
Social media posts and personal blogs.
Unverified online articles and opinion pieces.
Advertisements and promotional materials.
What is 'Currency' in the CRAAP Test?
Currency refers to the timeliness of the information.
Currency refers to the accuracy of the information.
Currency refers to the relevance of the information.
Currency refers to the authority of the information.
What should you do if you cannot determine the credentials of the author within the source?
Google search the author.
Ignore the source completely.
Contact the publisher for information.
Look for similar sources without an author.
Why is it important to evaluate sources before using them in research?
To ensure the information is credible, accurate, and relevant to your topic.
To make the research process faster and easier.
To find as many sources as possible regardless of their quality.
To avoid using any sources that are not from academic journals.
What do the two A's in CRAAP represent?
Authority and Accuracy
Application and Assessment
Analysis and Argument
Access and Acknowledgment
What is a potential drawback of using sources without an author?
It may be difficult to assess the credibility and reliability of the information.
It is always easier to find information without an author.
It guarantees that the information is unbiased.
It ensures that the information is up-to-date.
What is the first step students should take after finding a possible research source?
Evaluate the C.R.A.A.P of the source.
Ignore the source and look for another one.
Use the source without checking its credibility.
Summarize the source's main points.
What does 'Authority' assess in the CRAAP Test?
The relevance of the information to the topic.
The credibility and qualifications of the author or source.
The timeliness of the information provided.
The accuracy of the data presented.
What is the purpose of the CRAAP Test?
To evaluate the reliability and credibility of sources.
To assess the aesthetic quality of a piece of art.
To determine the nutritional value of food products.
To analyze the historical significance of an event.
Can you trust a .gov site without an author's name?
Yes, because .gov indicates it is a government website, which are only published by government agencies.
No, because the absence of an author's name means the information is unreliable.
Yes, but only if the site has been reviewed by a third party.
No, because .gov sites can still contain biased information.
What does the CRAAP Test stand for?
Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose
Credibility, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose
Currency, Relevance, Authority, Assessment, and Purpose
Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Presentation
What should you consider when evaluating the 'Purpose' of a source?
Consider the author's intent and why the information exists.
Focus solely on the publication date of the source.
Evaluate the length of the source and its complexity.
Look for the number of references cited in the source.
Why is 'Relevance' important in evaluating a source?
It ensures that the information is up-to-date and accurate.
It guarantees that the source is written by an expert.
It ensures that the information directly relates to your research topic or question.
It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject matter.
