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1. A research paper is different from an essay because

a. an essay contains fewer facts than a research paper.

b. an essay is more opinion dominated.

c. a research paper is an extended analysis based on data and evidence.

d. a research paper is always shorter than an essay.

2. Establishing a strong, authoritative tone in your research paper means

a. using a lot of factual information.

b. choosing a writing style that establishes the writer as an authority.

c. using harsh vocabulary words.

d. writing a persuasive paper.

3. In a research paper, footnotes usually appear

a. in the table of contents.

b. in the introductory paragraph.

c. at the bottom of the page.

d. within the thesis statement.

4. An introductory paragraph should always contain

a. the thesis statement.

b. as many facts as possible.

c. a summary of the subject matter.

d. a table of contents.

5. To proofread any document—including your research paper—means to thoroughly

a. rewrite any sections that need work.

b. restate the thesis argument.

c. check for any spelling or grammatical errors and correct them.

d. change the pagination and footnotes.

6. A bibliography is an essential component of any research paper because it

a. demonstrates to the reader the full knowledge of the writer.

b. officially lists all the sources the writer has consulted.

c. makes a final statement at the end of the paper.

d. helps the reader understand the content of the paper.

7. A primary source

a. is the first source the writer has consulted.

b. always includes electronic material taken directly from the web.

c. is a better source of information than any other.

d. includes eyewitness accounts or firsthand information about the event

or topic discussed in the paper.

8.  Transitional phrases refer to sentences or

paragraphs that

a. express the passage of time.

b. link thoughts or paragraphs smoothly to one another.

c. have a specific chronology.

d. refer to the time that has passed  between specific events described in the paper.

9. A secondary source, as opposed to a primary source, is one that

a. provides information in a second hand or non-direct way.

b. is not as reliable as a primary source.

c. was not written or recorded directly by a witness to the events discussed in the paper or by someone with firsthand knowledge of the subject.

d. cannot be trusted and must be questioned for its legitimacy.

10. Which statement about reference books is always true?

a. They are always encyclopedias.

b. They provide the most reliable statistical information.

c. They contain extensive charts and illustrations.

d. They cannot circulate or leave the library.

11. An illustration or photograph can be used, referred to, or consulted as a source of information only if it

a. provides words or an explanatory text that accompanies the illustration.

b. is accurately listed and documented in both the footnotes and bibliography.

c. is in color and provides an accurate representation of events.

d. is big enough to be inserted as a full page into the research paper.

12. To include an abstract in your research paper means to

a. provide an overview or summary for your reader that immediately states the topic of your paper.

b. state your thesis in abstract language.

c. provide a conclusion.

d. provide your reader with a complete list of all the reference material that you consulted.

13. Internet or electronic sources are just as valid as print sources as long as you

a. use the most modern or contemporary website.

b. provide the reader with the exact web address and provide correct documentation of the website.

c. also make sure that the material is available in hard copy.

d. provide accompanying web links.

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14. The best way to remember the correct spelling of a word and its proper usage is to

a. use a dictionary, look it up, and see

the word in context.

b. rely on the spell check on your

computer.

c. ask a friend to proofread your paper

for you.

d. use the grammar check on your

computer program.

15. Interviewing professionals and experts in a particular field or subject area that you are researching is important because

a. people are always an established authority.

b. oral history or word of mouth is more believable than print sources or books.

c. they are primary sources and usually provide excellent information on a topic based upon their own expertise and experience.

d. people can reveal secrets or divulge material that most books cannot.

16. The most effective statement among the following sentences is

A. “I hope that if you will read my paper, you will believe me when I tell you that John F. Kennedy was not assassinated as the result of a plot but by a single assailant.”

B. “John F. Kennedy, contrary to most historical opinions, was not murdered as the result of a conspiracy, but by a single lone assailant.”

C. “My paper will tell you and prove to you all about John F. Kennedy’s death and the complex plot to murder him.”

D. “It’s too bad that John F. Kennedy was killed. He was a really cool and decent guy.”

a. A because it directly addresses the reader.

b. B because it words the argument in a direct statement.

c. C because it explains to the reader what the writer will do.

d. D because the language is informal and conversational.

17. When writing a research paper, the point of view that you should always use is

a. first person point of view such as, “In my paper, I will state . . .”

b. an impersonal point of view so you can simply provide facts.

c. third person point of view such as, “If he or she reads my paper, then he or she will understand . . .”

d. first person plural point of view such as, “We can see by the facts provided here that the conclusion should be . . .”

18. The term printed material refers to any material that is

a. in hard copy and text such as material found in books, magazines, or articles.

b. from a source that uses the word print.

c. complex in its writing or sentence construction.

d. an article from a reference book.

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19. The purpose of writing an outline for your research paper is to

a. assemble every single idea in alphabetical order.

b. follow a fixed sequence of page numbers that do not change.

c. provide a step-by-step guide and overview that links your main points visually on one page.

d. allow you to order events in a chronological arrangement.

20. A thesis statement is

a. an opinion.

b. a conclusion.

c. the primary argument of your paper.

d. the analysis or evidence provided in your paper by a professional journalist.

21. A preliminary outline is

a. a final version of your paper.

b. a beginning or first draft of your outline.

c. the conclusion of your paper.

d. an abstract of all your relevant information.

22. You can include direct quotes from authorities and speeches in your paper as long as you

a. explain to your reader why this material may be opinionated.

b. analyze whatever you include.

c. state how and why they are important.

d. cite the specific context from which they were taken in your footnotes, endnotes, or parenthetical citations.

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23. Brainstorming is a useful process because it allows you to

a. type your final draft more quickly.

b. jot down many ideas that you can refer to later.

c. interview another professional.

d. write several rough drafts of your entire paper.

24. Using evidence in your paper to support your thesis statement is important. The term evidence refers to

a. statistics, illustrations, speeches, or direct quotes that prove your argument.

b. your opinions and ideas about the topic.

c. what your professor thinks of your work

d. a convincing introductory sentence.

25. When you use the Internet to help you do your research, an established website or search engine is

a. an electronic site with an accompanying address that helps you search for specific information.

b. a university website.

c. a website that a librarian helped you to locate.

d. a site that has all the information you need on its home page.

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26. A thesis statement should always be clear and written

a. at the very beginning of your research paper, preferably in the introduction.

b. at the end of the endnote page.

c. in the table of contents.

d. in a separate bibliography.

27. The sentence, “Kennedy was a really cool president,” is a good example of

a. shrewd analysis.

b. direct reasoning.

c. secondary information.

d. colloquial or informal writing.

28. Which of the following statements is the most convincing way to begin a research

paper?

a. “I think you should listen to the

evidence that I will present to you.”

b. “I feel that you should listen to the

evidence that I will present to you.”

c. “The evidence presented will

demonstrate that . . .”

d. “I believe this evidence is important

because . . .”

29. It is important for a writer to have opinions. However, when you are writing

a paper, it is always better to

a. state more opinions than facts.

b. word your opinions strongly.

c. tell the reader your opinion with informal and friendly writing.

d. support your argument or thesis statement with facts.

30. Similar to having strong opinions, a writer’s emotions

a. should not be stated openly to the reader but instead demonstrated and proved by the evidence.

b. should be obvious.

c. should be worded with extreme caution.

d. should be documented with notes or citations, and a formal bibliography.