Which option tells what it means to draw conclusions from your research?(1 point)

complete a detailed investigation of a topic

make inferences based on the information

read through sources multiple times

search for different types of sources

make inferences based on the information

Why is it important to analyze information from your research when conducting a research project?(1 point)

to learn more about the author of the source

to decide whether the resource is positive or negative

to understand how writing works

to determine what the facts and details explain about the topic

to determine what the facts and details explain about the topic.

Xavier wants to conduct a research project about eating healthy foods. Which search terms could Xavier use to find helpful information?(1 point)

good food

delicious foods

food choices

healthy food

healthy food.

Which option is a digital source?(1 point)

an e-book accessed through the internet

a newspaper article your teacher gave you

a magazine you bought in a store

a journal article you read at the school library

an e-book accessed through the internet.

Use the sentences to answer the question.

The local International Food Fair is popular with many residents. Over 10,000 attend the festival each year, and more are expected to attend this year.

Katie paraphrased this information from a local newspaper. Which option tells what is missing from her paraphrasing?

(1 point)

citation

the author's words

her name

quotation marks

citation

Jamie wrote, "All babies are born with blue eyes." Which option tells what this is an example of?(1 point)

Responses

citation
citation

direct quote
direct quote

indirect quote
indirect quote

paraphrase

direct quote

Bobby is giving a presentation about hurricane damage. Which media format would best help a reader understand the damage caused to homes?(1 point)

Responses

a graph of how much home repairs cost
a graph of how much home repairs cost

a graph of money spent on supplies
a graph of money spent on supplies

a video on how to prepare for hurricanes
a video on how to prepare for hurricanes

a photo of homes after the hurricane was over

a photo of homes after the hurricane was over.

How would a diagram of the water cycle be helpful to a reader?(1 point)

Responses

It would make the water cycle more interesting.
It would make the water cycle more interesting.

It would allow the reader to skip reading the text.
It would allow the reader to skip reading the text.

It would give the reader a break in the text.
It would give the reader a break in the text.

It would help the reader better understand the process.

It would help the reader better understand the process.

Many experts have recommended discontinuing the use of plastic straws because they hurt the environment. In 3–5 sentences, describe how you would conduct a research project about the effects of plastic on the environment.

To conduct a research project about the effects of plastic on the environment, I would first identify the research question and create a research plan. The research plan would involve finding relevant sources of information, such as academic journals, books, news articles, videos, and websites. I would analyze and evaluate the sources to determine which ones are credible and relevant to my research question. I would also take notes on the important details and organize the information into categories. Finally, I would draw conclusions based on the research and communicate my findings through a report or presentation.

In 1–2 sentences, explain the importance of determining a speaker’s intended audience

Determining a speaker's intended audience is important as it helps a listener or a reader to have a successful understanding of the subject matter in the context of the intended audience. The tone, language, and choice of information can vary depending on whether the audience is composed of experts, novices, or a general audience.

Think of a health issue that you would like to research. In 3–5 sentences, describe how you would create and use search terms effectively to find information. Include the specific search terms and share how you would make sure the information is reliable.

I want to research the health issue of diabetes prevention. To create effective search terms, I would first brainstorm words and phrases that relate to the topic, such as "diabetes prevention," "healthy diet," "exercise," "blood sugar," and "insulin resistance." Then, I would use these search terms to find reliable information on reputable websites, such as the American Diabetes Association or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. I would also look for peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals and books written by reputable authors on the topic. To evaluate the reliability of the information, I would check the author's credentials, the publication date, and the references cited.

Mary wants to paraphrase a source in her essay. In 1–2 sentences, explain to Mary how to paraphrase to avoid plagiarism

To paraphrase a source and avoid plagiarism, Mary should read the original source several times to understand the main idea and key facts. Then, she should close the source and restate the information in her own words, without using exact phrases or sentence structures from the original. She should also make sure to cite the source appropriately to give credit to the original author or creator.

Use the claim and evidence to complete the activity.

Claim: People have many voting options if they can’t get to the polls on Election Day.

Evidence: People can cast their ballot early or by mail.

In 1–2 sentences, evaluate the relevance and sufficiency of the evidence in the argument above to determine if the claim is or is not convincing.

The evidence presented is relevant and sufficient to support the claim that people can cast their ballot early or by mail if they can't get to the polls on Election Day. Therefore, the claim is convincing.

Use the paragraph to complete the activity.

People need to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into their daily diets to reduce health risks. Many Americans do not eat enough fruits and vegetables. This should change so people can be healthier.

In 1–2 sentences, evaluate the soundness of the reasoning of this claim.

The soundness of the reasoning of the claim is weak. While it is true that incorporating more fruits and vegetables into the diet reduces health risk, it is not sufficiently supported by the assertion that "many Americans do not eat enough fruits and vegetables." Additional evidence would be needed to strengthen the reasoning.

You are interested in adopting a family pet. You see a newspaper article about a local shelter in your neighborhood. You check the internet to see if the shelter has a website. Write a paragraph that explains which source would help you find out what kind of animals the shelter has available for adoption.

The best source that would help me find what kind of animals the local shelter has available for adoption is their website. The website would have an up-to-date inventory of animals that includes descriptions, photos, and other important information that would help me choose a pet that suits the needs and preferences of my family. In addition, I can check the website to see if there are any upcoming adoption events or specials. The website may also provide useful links to resources such as adoption requirements, pet care tips, and other useful information that can help me make an informed decision about adopting a family pet.