CAASPP Research Skills 5

Question 1

A student needs to cite a book in a research paper. Which information is ESSENTIAL for a proper citation?

Accepted Answer

Author's name, title, publisher, and year of publication

Answer

A proper book citation must include the author's name, book title, publisher, and publication year so others can locate the source.

Question 2

What does it mean when a research source is described as 'peer-reviewed'?

Accepted Answer

Other experts in the field examined and approved the source before publication

Answer

Peer-reviewed sources have been evaluated and approved by other subject-matter experts before publication, ensuring quality and accuracy.

Question 3

A student finds a chart in a newspaper article showing rising test scores. What question should the student ask to evaluate the chart?

Accepted Answer

Where did the data come from and who collected it?

Answer

To evaluate a chart, you must know the data's origin and who collected it to assess whether the information is accurate and unbiased.

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes the difference between a topic and a research question?

Accepted Answer

A topic is a broad subject; a research question is a specific inquiry that can be investigated

Answer

A topic is a general area of interest, while a research question focuses on a specific aspect that can be explored and answered with evidence.

Question 5

A student wants to find information about a California law passed last year. Which source is MOST likely to have current and accurate information?

Accepted Answer

The official California Legislature website

Answer

The official California Legislature website provides up-to-date and authoritative information about current state laws.

CAASPP - California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress Practice Test