Reference no: EM13791712

Question 1. Which of the following BEST describes why researchers should review the "Cited by" link in Google Scholar during the early stages of a research project?

The link helps researchers avoid repeating the same topics as others.

The link shows that other researchers have considered an article significant.

The link shows the popularity of an academic author.

The link proves the accuracy of the cited information.

Question 2. Which of the following is NOT a reason why student researchers often struggle to find resources?

They discover that no resources exist on their topic of interest.

They search randomly for general information.

They are unfamiliar with Google Scholar and other library databases.

They are unaware of differences between academic and popular sources.

Question 3. Which is the default font style and size for a research paper?

Cambria 12

Times New Roman 12

Ariel 12

Helvetica 12

Question 4. Fallacies are a part of every valid argument.

True

False

Question 5. The tactic of straying off topic in the middle of an argument to draw people away from the argument is known as

the guilt-trip fallacy.

the argument-from-envy fallacy.

the red herring fallacy.

the argument-from-pity fallacy.

Question 6. If a student simply forgets to cite a source, it isn't plagiarism.

True

False

Question 7. Which of the following does NOT apply to student researchers?

You must demonstrate knowledge of a subject.

You must include credible, scholarly research.

You must actively respond to the experts in your writing.

You must seek to correct other studies.

Question 8. An effective paragraph generally features

a topic sentence

examples or explanations

All of the above

None of the above

Question 9. Which of the following sentences is correctly punctuated?

I always have a difficult time choosing a topic. Writing is hard!

I always have a difficult time choosing a topic; writing is hard!

All of the above

None of the above

Question 10. Which of the following are the BEST types of quotes to choose?

Quotes that include long passages of dense information and data

Quotes that give you an opportunity to intervene in a debate

Quotes that confirm your thesis

Quotes which are self-evident

Question 11. Once a writer has completed the first stages of the research project, which of the following is MOST recommended?

Writers should follow a strict schedule and not skip around.

Students should avoid locating new sources and be satisfied with what has been written.

Writers should review their work and revise periodically.

Students must work ahead and complete upcoming stages early.

Question 12. Quoted passages from your sources provide all of the following strengths to an essay EXCEPT

they allow an author to speak without need for analysis.

they deliver information within your paper.

they support evidence.

they provide opportunities to show how your ideas relate to others.

Question 13. If a researcher finds the "perfect source," no other source materials are needed.

True

False

Question 14. When starting your search for peer reviewed scholarly sources, which of the following types of databases is your BEST choice?

A subject-specific database

A field-specific database

A general-purpose database

A basic Google search

Question 15. Which of the following is NOT considered a viable criterion for evaluating sources?

Credibility

Relevance of subject matter

Ease with which it was found online

Expertise of author

Question 16. Which of the following is generally NOT helpful in a conclusion?

Reminding readers of the logic of your argument

Conveying your most important idea

Asking a series of general questions related to the topic

Emphasizing your contributions to the conversation

Question 17. A paper's conclusion is exactly the same as the syllogism's conclusion.

True

False

Question 18. The topic sentence should be the first sentence in a paragraph.

True

False

Question 19. A sentence fragment may be corrected by

attaching the fragment to a nearby complete sentence.

revising the fragment to include whatever is missing, such as a subject or verb.

rewriting the fragment so that it expresses a complete thought.

All of the above

Question 20. "Everyone from that department is untrustworthy." This is an example of

the post-hoc fallacy.

the red-herring fallacy.

the group-think fallacy.

the hasty-generalization fallacy.

Question 21. Claims, _____________, rebuttals, and analysis must be presented in an academic argument.

evidence

premises

syllogisms

pathos

Question 22. Which of the following reasons is the LEAST likely cause of plagiarism?

A belief that all information is common knowledge

The pressure to succeed at all costs

A failure to understand what constitutes plagiarism

Thinking that no one will ever notice the plagiarism

Question 23. A general rule of thumb for using lists in a paper is to limit the number of items to ten or fewer.

True

False

Question 24. If you have any questions regarding plagiarism, you should ask the course instructor.

True

False

Question 25. Choose the best thesis statement.

People should always keep their dogs restrained because it is the law.

Although dogs require exercise for optimal health, owners should always keep their dogs restrained to protect the animal from accidental injury and the public from attack.

Dogs are animals and not fashion accessories so they should be allowed to run free.

Question 26. An interpretive account should include all of the following EXCEPT

an explanation of what other writers have written.

the significance of meaning of the literature.

a straightforward description of other writers' ideas.

an evaluation of the usefulness of the articles.

Question 27. A premise is

a conclusion made in an argument.

similar to an induction.

an argument.

the claim made in an argument.

Question 28. A comma-splice sentence may be corrected by

ending the sentence where the comma is and starting a new sentence.

replacing the comma with a semicolon to connect the two independent clauses.

All of the above

None of the above

Question 29. When using the BEAM style of evaluation, which of the following is UNLIKELY to occur?

Writers will probably meet all research needs.

Writers will need multiple examples of all four kinds of sources.

Any single source will probably feature more than one of the BEAM categories.

Writers will only need one source to serve all four functions.

Question 30. We can expect that the work of research will NOT provide us with which of the following?

New and exciting perspectives

Inspiration for related research projects

Clear and definitive solutions

New insight into the research topic

Question 31. A good conclusion does all of the following EXCEPT

it explains the contents of a source with quotes and citations.

it articulates ideas in a complex manner that ties analysis together.

it explains implications of ideas and the importance of the research.

it encourages readers to pursue the topic further.

Question 32. Failure to correctly identify the difference between scholarly and popular sources can lead to all of the following consequences EXCEPT:

It can show that your research is well rounded.

It can undermine your own argument and render it less persuasive.

It can challenge your credibility as a trustworthy researcher.

It can cause you to misuse sources.

Question 33. Which of the following is NOT recommended when starting an introduction?

Create a clear relationship between a few salient facts.

Describe your topic in overly general or vague language.

Avoid introducing abstract terms.

Define and illustrate the terms you present.

Question 34. Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of a thesis?

To respond to one or more researchers' positions

To prove a point

To present a straightforward definition of the topic

To cite relevant evidence to support your argument

Question 35. Researchers can BEST develop and refine their research question in which ONE of the following ways?

Keep the original wording the same.

Use the successful search terms in gathered sources to rewrite the question.

Make the research question as detailed as possible, including all possibilities.

Rewrite the research question to cover a larger issue.

Question 36. Which of the following strategies is MOST useful as a follow-up to citing a passage?

Allow readers to see the passage as they choose.

Tell readers what you think of the passage.

Conceal the writer's assumptions.

Keep passage separate from other ideas or elements.

Question 37. Identify the sentence with the pronoun-antecedent agreement error.

The school board finally announced their decision Friday.

He was audited because he was never on time with his taxes.

The dog was running so fast that it crashed into the fence.

Mary didn't think she was in trouble, but she was in trouble.

Question 38. Which of the following does NOT describe the credibility of scholarly sources?

The reasonableness of the researcher's argument

Proof of credentialed and professional writing

Financial backing from a large corporation

An indication of evidence and engagement with other researchers

Question 39. When writing a thesis paragraph, you should AVOID

explaining the significance of your thesis.

claiming other authors' ideas as your own.

establishing your own perspective in a scholarly debate.

articulating your thesis as a response to established research.

Question 40. Each paragraph should support multiple topics.

True

False

Question 41. A proper English sentence must contain at least

one subordinate clause.

a predicate.

a subject and a verb.

one noun phrase.

Question 42. This in-text citation-(Web Gallery, n.d.)-indicates that

the publication is forthcoming.

there is no publishing date.

there are no editors.

there is more than one author.

Question 43. Scholarly work guarantees all of the following characteristics, EXCEPT

credible arguments.

accurate information not subject to debate.

criticism of other researchers' work.

important methods used to interpret evidence.

Question 44. Which of the following sources is likely NOT useful beyond the information it contains?

A source that is lengthy and treats subject with complexity

A source that uses the specialized language of experts

A source that serves multiple purposes

A source that is short and presents answers as matters of fact

Question 45. Which of the following BEST describes the use of subjectivity and opinions in a research project?

Emotions are irrelevant to research and must be eliminated.

Opinions should be used to beliefs upon the audience.

Emotions and subjectivity do not influence logic.

Opinions should be questioned and perhaps changed during research.

Question 46. Changing a word or two in a source relieves you of the responsibility to credit the source.

True

False

Question 47. What should you AVOID when organizing sequences?

Devoting entire sections of your paper to one source

Listing the pros and cons

Demonstrating a single point multiple ways

Saving your analysis for the end

Question 48. Which of the following is NOT advised to overcome "writer's block?"

Commit to a schedule of work.

Refer back to pre-writing materials and outlines.

Focus on the final grade you want in the class.

Use multiple writing techniques.

Question 49. A paper that contains almost no original work but properly cites all sources is not an instance of plagiarism:

True

False

Question 50. A thesis statement must be written as a complete sentence.

True

False

Question 51. Pre-reading strategies should include which ONE of the following activities?

Survey the writing for overviews and summaries first.

Clear your mind of questions and expectations.

Avoid making comparisons to other writings.

Consider what the writer knows instead of what you believe you know.

Question 52. Which of the following is NOT a great demonstration of scholarly writing material?

Lecturing readers on common knowledge

Making an argument

Criticizing another writer's method

Borrowing expert authority

Question 53. Which of the following sentences is correctly punctuated?

Some love baseball, and others love football.

Some love baseball and others love football.

Some love baseball and, others love football.

Some, love baseball and others love football.

Question 54. Synthesizing helps writers with WHICH of the following skills?

Reading to understand a fact

Memorizing important data

Selecting the correct option

Seeing connections between sources

Question 55. In order to develop knowledge of a subject, which of the following is NOT considered essential?

Inquisitiveness

Expertise

Persistence

Research skills

Question 56. Representing the words or ideas of another as one's own in any academic exercise, including draft assignments that are submitted and graded as a part of the curriculum, is plagiarism.

True

False

Question 57. An academic argument contains all of the following components, EXCEPT

personal opinions without additional evidence.

one or more authorial claims.

carefully selected conceptual framework.

relevant and tested evidence.

Question 58. Subject guides in a university library provide all of the following resources EXCEPT

specific peer reviewed articles.

useful database recommendations.

the names of useful subject-specific resources.

reference books.

Question 59. Which ONE of the following research purposes offers the best contribution to the field?

To avoid conflict

To summarize the achievements of others

To complicate the issues

To offer something new and interesting

Question 60. Researchers prefer a narrow focus and selective research methods for which of the following reasons?

To specialize in field or subject matter

To access numerous ways to address a vast problem

To write a broad research question

To arrive at the definitive answer to a problem

Question 61. Which of the following means to acknowledge, quote, or commend?

Site

Cite.

Sight

None of the above

Question 62. When taking notes to avoid plagiarism, which of the following is NOT suggested?

Enclose all words from a source in quotation marks.

Integrate your ideas with your source material without citing.

Record all data about the source for your references page.

Attribute all words and ideas to their correct author with in-text citations.

Question 63. Which of the following LEAST describes an appropriate approach to the evaluation of potential research topics?

Assessing your own interest in a topic

Holding firm to your individual beliefs to prove yourself right

Evaluating your own biases

Reviewing current issues in a field to uncover unique solutions

Question 64. Which of the following considerations is NOT an important question to ask when choosing a database?

Does the database provide full-text or abstracts?

Are the articles in the database difficult to understand?

Does the database offer electronic delivery?

How current are the publications?

Question 65. Which of the following is NOT considered a legitimate type of claim?

Claims of value

Claims of meaning

Claims of fear

Claims of policy

Question 66. A researcher can tell that questions are coherent by all of the following results, EXCEPT

the essential questions are unrelated to one another.

the supporting questions are connected to essential questions.

the scope of the project is limited and possible.

the research is focused on a specific purpose.

Question 67. Misrepresenting an opponent's position then arguing against the misrepresented position is the basic working definition of

the straw-man fallacy.

the red-herring fallacy.

the relativist fallacy.

the subjectivist fallacy.

Question 68. The reference-page citation format for a book includes the following information in the following order:

Author's Last Name, Initials. (Publication Year). Title of book. Location: Publisher

Author's Last Name, Initials. Title of book. Location: Publisher (Publication Year)

Title of book. Author's Last Name, First Name. Location: Publisher (Publication Year)

Title of book. Author's Last Name, Initials. Location: Publisher (Publication Year)

Question 69. "I always vote with the Republican Party. My beliefs are their beliefs." This is an example of

the guilt-trip fallacy.

the group-think fallacy.

the red-herring fallacy.

the argumentum ad populum fallacy.

Question 70. When you use your values and personal experiences as evidence, you need to do all of the following EXCEPT

establish the limited nature of your views and experiences.

test your views and experiences by including other evidence.

describe your values and experiences so that you win the debate.

consider the values and experiences of others.

Question 71. Ashford University instructors use anti-plagiarism resources to determine the originality of submitted written work.

True

False

Question 72. Which of the following is a useful technique for editing and copyediting?

Reading out loud

Reading backward so that individual sentences are isolated

Optimizing your word processor's editing tools

All of the above

Question 73. Which one of the following strategies will NOT help you work through confusion?

Allow yourself limitless time to research thoroughly before writing.

Consult a specialized dictionary.

Get the help of someone with more knowledge than you.

Ask for professional assistance from an instructor.

Question 74. Which of the following makes researchers passive rather than active in the research process?

Simply summarizing what other researchers have already published

Building on the previously published work of others

Showing relationship of current study to previously published work

Challenging well-established conclusions of other researchers and publications

Question 75. Readers can expect all of the following from a paper's roadmap EXCEPT

cited evidence from sources.

an overview of the essay's structure.

an understanding of the connecting links.

a definition of the purpose of each section.