Practice Research Skills (2.4) - Chapter: Approaches to Learning (ATL Skills)

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What is a primary source?
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Think about first-hand accounts.
Question 2.
Name one way to evaluate a historical source.
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Look for the author's credentials!
3Question 3.
What is a primary source?
- A secondary analysis
- An eyewitness account
- A textbook
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Think of firsthand information!
4Question 4.
True or False: Evaluating sources is not necessary if you trust the author.
- True
- False
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Consider why critical thinking is essential.
Question 5.
You are assigned to write a research paper on the causes of World War II. Outline your approach using the CRAAP Test to evaluate your sources.
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Remember to use each element of the CRAAP Test in your evaluation.
Question 6.
Formulate a research question about the impact of technology on warfare. Explain how you will find and evaluate sources.
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Focus on both modern and historical sources!

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