ISASP Research and Inquiry Skills 3

Question 1

When taking research notes, a student should:

Accepted Answer

Record key ideas and important details in their own words, noting the source

Answer

Effective note-taking involves recording key ideas in your own words and noting the source so you can properly cite it and avoid plagiarism later.

Question 2

A student wants to find the meaning of a technical term used in a science textbook. Which part of the book should they consult first?

Accepted Answer

The glossary

Answer

A glossary, found at the back of many textbooks, provides definitions for specialized or technical terms used in the book.

Question 3

A student is comparing two newspaper articles about an Iowa school board decision. One article is from a local newspaper and one is from a national newspaper. What advantage does the LOCAL newspaper article likely have?

Accepted Answer

It may include more detailed and specific information about the local community affected

Answer

Local newspapers often provide more in-depth coverage of community-specific events, including local perspectives and details that national outlets may omit.

Question 4

Which of the following describes a secondary source?

Accepted Answer

A biography of Abraham Lincoln written by a modern historian

Answer

A secondary source analyzes, interprets, or summarizes primary sources; a biography written by a modern historian uses primary sources to tell the story of Lincoln's life.

Question 5

A student finds a relevant article but is unsure if the information is current enough. What is the BEST action?

Accepted Answer

Check the publication date and compare it with more recent sources on the topic

Answer

Checking the publication date and verifying the information against more recent sources helps determine whether the article's content is still accurate and current.

ISASP - Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress Practice Test

ISASP - Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress Practice Test

ISASP Research and Inquiry Skills 3