Whether or not the information on an online source is credible and factual, is up to the user to decide.


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The most beautiful contestant won the pageant. “Beautiful” has a negative connotation.


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Information should be________to ensure more than one source provides the same factual information.

a. Repeated c. Cross-lined
b. Cross-examined d. Cross-checked



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Dictionaries provide only a word’s definition.


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A synonym for the word “howl” which may appear in a dictionary is

a. Dog c. Scream
b. House d. Talk



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Gary is using several charts and tables to learn about patterns of migratory birds. Which information reference is he most likely using?

a. Atlas c. Encyclopedia
b. Almanac d. None of these



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Why is it important to know the overall organizational structure of your textbook?

a. To understand the overall course structure c. To prepare for open book tests
b. To put the content into context d. All of these



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During her open book Latin exam, Tina needs to find the original meaning of the word “dance.” Which reference should she use?

a. Dictionary c. Thesaurus
b. Encyclopedia d. Any of these



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Images cannot be considered sources.


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When using a thesaurus, it is beneficial to remember that similar words often have different implied meanings.

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