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Term 1

Which of the following media products is most likely to be a subjective treatment of homelessness as an issue?

Definition 1

a documentary film about the producer’s experience helping out for a year at a local shelter for the homeless

Term 2

Which of the following categories is NOT an example of how media is classified?

Definition 2

number of mediums used

Term 3

Which of the following categories is NOT an example of how media is classified?

Definition 3

number of mediums used

Term 4

A highly subjective media message is one that includes a great deal of the producer’s feelings, opinions, and attitudes about the topic. T/F

Definition 4

True

Term 5

Artists sometimes choose to create a mixed media work of art—a single piece of art consisting of several different mediums, such as painting, sculpture, and woodworking. An analogy—or comparable term—in the field of communications would be

Definition 5

a multimedia presentation

Term 6

A media producer might choose to deliver a message using text, charts, and diagrams (either in print or online) rather than a radio broadcast because he or she wants viewers to have time to study and analyze the details of the message. T/F

Definition 6

True

Term 7

Which of the following statements is the most objective?

Definition 7

The new landscaping plan for the school includes native grasses and trees.

Term 8

A media product is an exact reflection of reality, made possible by modern photography. T/F

Definition 8

False

Term 9

Compared to effective interpersonal communication, mass media is more likely to rely on

Definition 9

stereotypes and generalizations

Term 10

Mass media uses some of the rhetorical devices used in interpersonal communication. T/F

Definition 10

True

Term 11

Use of the Internet by “the masses” gives media producers more power to determine when and how often their audiences will view a message. T/F

Definition 11

False

Term 12

Select the purpose, or message, that would most likely be presented by the following media source. Consider the potential bias of the media source.

A magazine article on red meat, written by a representative of the National Cattlemen’s Association.

Definition 12

Eating red meat has health benefits and is good for you.

Term 13

Select the purpose, or message, that would most likely be presented by the following media source. Consider the potential bias of the media source.

A magazine article on the proposed construction of a coal-fired power plant on an Indian reservation in Arizona, written by a New York-based investor in energy production.

Definition 13

The plant will supply more power to residents of Arizona and the reservation, and will put money in the pockets of investors.

Term 14

When conducting research for an academic paper, which electronic media source could you rely on to present the most accurate information?

Definition 14

online version of print newspaper

Term 15

When conducting research for an academic paper on air pollution, which electronic media source could you rely on to present the most accurate information?

Definition 15

National Institute of Health online National Institute of Health

Term 16

The media provides a forum for the expression of many different opinions and viewpoints. T/F

Definition 16

True

Term 17

The following is a complete sentence.
The broadcast was edited in such a way that it was inaccurate. T/F

Definition 17

True

Term 18

What should be done to correct this sentence?
The producers of the nightly news program are biased in favor of the mayoral candidate because they give him more coverage than his opponent.

Definition 18

nothing, the sentence is correct.

Term 19

The following is a complete sentence.
Because the newscast was biased. T/F

Definition 19

False

Term 20

Investor Daily Investor Weekly/ would probably provide more objective coverage of an economic crisis than the Wall Street Journal T/F

Definition 20

False

Term 21

Fitness magazine Fitness Magazine/ would probably provide more objective coverage of a new dietary supplement than the New England Journal of Medicine T/F

Definition 21

False

Term 22

How was the media most influential in ending the Vietnam War?

Definition 22

the work of a photojournalist showed the public the gore and violence of war

Term 23

This widely-publicized image of Hillary Clinton could be used to persuade the public of which idea?

Definition 23

Hillary Clinton is unfit for political office

Term 24

Which of the following may reveal that a media source is biased, or has a certain purpose or agenda when delivering a story?

Definition 24

affiliation

Term 25

The meaning of a message can be lost or changed when it is translated from one language to another. T/F

Definition 25

True

Term 26

Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel, Uncle Tom’s Cabin, helped to catalyze the____________and helped to end ________________.

Definition 26

Civil War; slavery

Term 27

Tone can reveal media bias. T/F

Definition 27

True

Term 28

This image of soldiers toppling a statue of Saddam Hussein could persuade the public of which idea?

Definition 28

America is close to victory in the Iraq War

Term 29

A primary source is usually more reliable than a secondary source. T/F

Definition 29

True

Term 30

A blog written in the first-person about the blogger’s experience on Wall Street is an example of a primary source. T/F

Definition 30

True

Term 31

More primary sources were available to the general public during the time of Harriet Beecher Stowe. T/F

Definition 31

False

Term 32

Select the best Conclusion for the syllogism.

Premise A—A president serves the nation in four-year terms.
Premise B—Barack Obama is the President of the United States.

Definition 32

Barack Obama will serve a four-year term.

Term 33

Directions: Use your knowledge of fallacies to answer the question.

During the time of the 2008 presidential debates, Sarah Palin, Republican candidate for vice president, claimed that her Democratic opponent, then-presidential candidate Barack Obama, perceived the U.S. "as being so imperfect... he is palling around with terrorists who would target their own country." Palin's claim aimed to link Obama with a man who is the co-founder of the Weather Underground, a 1960's-era anti-war organization that is considered a domestic terrorist group. Bill Ayers, the man who co-founded the now defunct organization, is currently a professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Ayers served on a board with Obama and held a fundraiser for him in 1995. Most sources deny that the Obama and Ayers are presently in contact.

What type of fallacy did Palin employ in this quote?

Definition 33

Straw Man

Term 34

When conducting an interview, you should pose "yes" or "no" questions. T/F

Definition 34

False

Term 35

In writing a research paper, what type of punctuation must you use when including words spoken by a source during an interview?

Definition 35

quotation marks

Term 36

The sentence, "The mattress at the hotel was a concrete slab," is an understatement. T/F

Definition 36

False

Term 37

What can you deduce from the following premises?

Premise A—You are sitting next to your friend in a movie theatre.
Premise B—You are watching a scary movie.
Premise C— Your friend suddenly grabs your arm and clings to you.

Definition 37

Your friend is frightened by the movie.

Term 38

You are an avid bicyclist and see the need for more bike racks in your city. The most appropriate course of action you should take to make an argument for this change is to write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper. T/F

Definition 38

True

Term 39

"The spotted yellow frog is severely endangered by "slash and burn" logging in the Amazon rainforest," is an effective thesis statement. T/F

Definition 39

True

Term 40

When conducting an interview, you should maintain an unbiased stance. T/F

Definition 40

True

Term 41

The sentence, "She was so overwhelmed by the problem, it felt like she was carrying a ton of bricks," is an understatement. T/F

Definition 41

False

Term 42

Your thesis statement is, "Advertisements aimed at a teen, female audience misrepresent a healthy body image by featuring young female models who are underweight." Which of the following would be most effective to use as supporting evidence?

Definition 42

statistic revealing the number of advertisements that feature underweight teen models

Term 43

In a debate, the conclusion is the last statement delivered by the opposing sides. T/F

Definition 43

False

Term 44

In the 2008 Presidential Debates, Republican candidate John McCain said, "Oil drilling offshore now is vital so we can bridge the gap between imported oil … and it will reduce the price of a barrel of oil. … We've got to drill offshore and do it now."

The government estimates that offshore drilling would not impact domestic oil prices or production until the year 2030, and that the impact would be minimal. Given this information, what tactic does McCain use in this quote?

Definition 44

misrepresenting the facts

Term 45

You are writing a speech to deliver to a group of architects and your purpose is to convince them to design environmentally sustainable structures. Which of the following items would you use to persuade your audience of your argument?

Definition 45

More consumers are seeking architects with a background in sustainable design.

Term 46

"Native plants are being endangered by newly introduced, dominant species," is an effective thesis statement. T/F

Definition 46

False

Term 47

In a debate, the affirmative side argues against the resolution. T/F

Definition 47

False

Term 48

Your thesis statement is, "Psychotherapy is the most effective form of treatment for women who have suffered domestic violence because it enables them to live productive lives." Which of the following would be most effective to use as supporting evidence?

Definition 48

case study of a woman who has survived domestic violence and is now a police officer

Term 49

The conclusion of this syllogism is correct:
Premise A—All women support the idea of a female president.
Premise B—Hillary Clinton is a woman.
Conclusion—Hillary Clinton supports the idea of a female president. T/F

Definition 49

True

Term 50

You are a reporter who is conducting interviews for a newspaper article that discusses how doctors are potentially influenced by the pharmaceutical industry. Which of the following sources would be the least likely to provide you with credible, unbiased information?

Definition 50

pharmaceutical salesman

Term 51

In a debate, the affirmative side must deliver a rejoinder, or burden of proof. T/F

Definition 51

True

Term 52

The sentence, "His room was such a mess, it looked like a bomb had exploded inside of it," is an example of a paradox. T/F

Definition 52

False

Term 53

The statement, "As senator, she'd only care about women's issues because of her background in the women's rights movement" is an example of straw man. T/F

Definition 53

False

Term 54

What is the implicit message of the following passage?

Jacob took an after-school job walking the dogs in his neighborhood for $7 per hour. He has another job on the weekends, working at a car wash down the street. Sometimes, he works for his father, cleaning the house or organizing paperwork. Jacob's father allows him to keep his jobs only if he maintains a high grade point average. Fortunately, Jacob makes good grades. Jacob is saving up to buy a bicycle. Currently, he gets up early to walk to school. It's a long walk, but he consistently arrives before the first bell.

Definition 54

Jacob is responsible.

Term 55

Imagine that you are arguing for the affirmative side in a debate about free school lunch programs. During the debate, the appropriate time to present evidence that supports your argument is in your refutation. T/F

Definition 55

False

Term 56

Your thesis statement is, “Vitamin D supplementation in pill form is the most effective, natural treatment for depression when combined with brief (ten minute), daily exposure to the sun.” Which of the following would be most effective to use as source for supporting evidence?

Definition 56

A naturopathic doctor who prescribes this treatment for depressive patients

Term 57

Imagine that you are arguing for the affirmative side in a debate about free school lunch programs. Because you are arguing for the affirmative side, you are for free school lunch programs. T/F

Definition 57

True

Term 58

What is idea is being inferred about Thea in the following passage?

Thea spilled her glass of water on her textbooks and knocked her computer onto the ground. Later, she accidentally dropped a bowl of cereal onto the floor, which the dog gratefully licked up. Walking to school, Thea collided with a low tree branch because she was reading as she walked.

Definition 58

Thea is clumsy.

Term 59

You are writing a speech to deliver to a group of homeowners who want to remodel their kitchens. Your purpose is to convince them to buy energy-efficient appliances (such as a refrigerator and dishwasher) for their remodeled kitchens. Which of the following items would you use to persuade your audience of your argument?

Definition 59

Energy efficient appliances are cost-effective and will increase your home's resale value.

Term 60

An egocentric view of the economy considers business and trade in America and throughout the world. T/F

Definition 60

False

Term 61

The syllogism appeals to a person's logical reasoning. T/F

Definition 61

True

Term 62

Directions: Read the following excerpt from the 1960 presidential debate between Nixon and Kennedy. Use your knowledge of fallacies to answer the question.

MR. VON FREMD [Moderator]: Mr. Vice President, a two-part question concerning the offshore islands in the Formosa Straits. If you were president and the Chinese Communists tomorrow began an invasion of Quemoy and Matsu, would you launch the uh - United States into a war by sending the Seventh Fleet and other military forces to resist this aggression; and secondly, if the uh - regular conventional forces failed to halt such uh - such an invasion, would you authorize the use of nuclear weapons?

MR. NIXON: Mr. Von Fremd, it would be completely irresponsible for a candidate for the presidency, or for a president himself, to indicate the course of action and the weapons he would use in the event of such an attack. I will say this: in the event that such an attack occurred and in the event the attack was a prelude to an attack on Formosa - which would be the indication today because the Chinese Communists say over and over again that their objective is not the offshore islands, that they consider them only steppingstones to taking Formosa - in the event that their attack then were a prelude to an attack on Formosa, there isn't any question but that the United States would then again, as in the case of Berlin, honor our treaty obligations and stand by our ally of Formosa. But to indicate in advance how we would respond, to indicate the nature of this response would be incorrect; it would certainly be inappropriate; it would not be in the best interests of the United States. I will only say this, however, in addition: to do what Senator Kennedy has suggested - to suggest that we will surrender these islands or force our Chinese Nationalist allies to surrender them in advance - is not something that would lead to peace; it is something that would lead, in my opinion, to war. This is the history of dealing with dictators. This is something that Senator Kennedy and all Americans must know. We tried this with Hitler. It didn't work. [...]

What type of fallacy most accurately describes Nixon's overall response to the moderator's question?

Definition 62

Non Sequitor

Term 63

What is the best technique to use when rewriting the following sentence to make it more credible and clear to the reader? "There are too many people in poverty throughout the nation and the world, and the numbers of people in poverty are increasing by a lot."

Definition 63

use more specific information

Term 64

What is the implicit message of the following passage?

Chrissy missed her flight to Bermuda because she didn't make it to the airport on time. When friends schedule plans with Chrissy, they usually tell her to meet them a half hour before they actually plan to arrive. They do this, unbeknownst to Chrissy, because they have been left waiting for her so many times before.

Definition 64

Chrissy is often running late.

Term 65

Definition 65

False

Term 66

When using the MLA style to format your list of citations, you should arrange the list in alphabetical order according to ___________.

Definition 66

the author's last name

Term 67

The sentence, "I was so hungry, I could eat a horse!" is an example of overstatement. T/F

Definition 67

True

Term 68

The sentence, “After running the marathon, Julie felt like her legs were going to turn into rubber,” is an example of overstatement. T/F

Definition 68

True

Term 69

Directions: Complete the sentence with the pair of correct words.

In a _______________ debate format, an audience of ________ directly asks the candidates questions. Candidates may also move around the stage in order to interact and connect with the audience.

Definition 69

town hall meeting; undecided voters

Term 70

The sentence, "The grave's a fine and private place,…” from Andrew Marvell's "To His Coy Mistress," is an example of overstatement. T/F

Definition 70

False

Term 71

When delivering the rebuttal in a debate, you refute the argument of your opponent. T/F

Definition 71

True

Term 72

You are writing a speech to deliver to a group of health care professionals. Your purpose is to convince them that they should encourage their patients to prevent disease before it starts. Which of the following items would you use to persuade your audience of your argument?

Definition 72

People who live a healthy lifestyle are less likely to develop diseases, such as cancer.

Term 73

What can you deduce from the following premises?

Premise A—The dog drank water and ate dinner one hour ago.
Premise B—The dog is whining at the door.

Definition 73

The dog needs to go outside.

Term 74

What is the implicit message of the following passage?

After graduating from college, Carly traveled throughout Europe for two years. After returning to the United States for several months, she was eager to travel again. She found a job as a teacher in South Korea and worked there for four years. Afterward, she was hired by the United Nations to work as a translator, and traveled to many foreign countries in her work. Many years later, Carly felt compelled to take an independent trip that would be different from all of her other travels. Thus, she decided to hike the Appalachian Trail.

Definition 74

Carly has an adventurous spirit.

Term 75

When using a graphic organizer to organize your research, you can summarize long source material for the purpose of taking notes. T/F

Definition 75

True

Term 76

"How to learn a foreign language" is an effective, focused research topic. T/F

Definition 76

False

Term 77

The conclusion of this syllogism is correct:
Premise A—All dogs prefer ground beef to ground chicken.
Premise B—Labradors and Pit Bulls are dogs.
Conclusion— Labradors and Pit Bulls are dogs prefer ground beef to ground chicken. T/F

Definition 77

True

Term 78

"Women and poetry in America" is an effective, focused research topic. T/F

Definition 78

False

Term 79

"Aspen trees that grow in the American Southwest are being endangered by a decade-long drought" is an example of an effective thesis statement. T/F

Definition 79

True

Term 80

Mass media uses some of the rhetorical devices used in interpersonal communication. T/F

Definition 80

True

Term 81

Compared to effective interpersonal communication, mass media is more likely to rely on

Definition 81

stereotypes and generalizations

Term 82

Which of the following media products is most likely to be a subjective treatment of homelessness as an issue?

Definition 82

a documentary film about the producer’s experience helping out for a year at a local shelter for the homeless

Term 83

Which of the following categories is NOT an example of how media is classified?

Definition 83

number of mediums used

Term 84

Investor Daily Investor Weekly/ would probably provide more objective coverage of an economic crisis than the Wall Street Journal www.wsj.com T/F

Definition 84

False

Term 85

Definition 85

Eating red meat has health benefits and is good for you.

Term 86

Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel, Uncle Tom’s Cabin, helped to catalyze the____________and helped to end ________________.

Definition 86

Civil War; slavery

Term 87

All messages presented by the media are factual. T/F

Definition 87

False

Term 88

Definition 88

The plant will supply more power to residents of Arizona and the reservation, and will put money in the pockets of investors.

Term 89

All types of media are designed to appeal to the same or similar audiences. T/F

Definition 89

False

Term 90

A speaker’s tone can indicate his or her bias on a subject. T/F

Definition 90

True

Term 91

The tone of a news story on a house fire that engulfed a family’s home would probably be___________.

Definition 91

somber

Term 92

Which of the following statements is the most objective?

Definition 92

The new landscaping plan for the school includes native grasses and trees.

Term 93

The meaning of a message is always identical when translated from one language to another. T/F

Definition 93

False

Term 94

A women’s health magazine would likely provide more objective coverage of a newly discovered anti-aging vitamin than a major national newspaper. T/F

Definition 94

False

Term 95

More primary sources are available to the general public today than during the Vietnam War. T/F

Definition 95

True

Term 96

The New York Times New York Times would probably provide more objective coverage of endangered polar bears in the Arctic than Sierra Club Magazine http://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/ T/F

Definition 96

True

Term 97

How was the media most influential in ending the Vietnam War?

Definition 97

the work of a photojournalist showed the public the gore and violence of war

Term 98

When conducting research for an academic paper on air pollution, which electronic media source could you rely on to present the most accurate information?

Definition 98

National Institute of Health online

Term 99

A media product is an exact reflection of reality, made possible by modern photography. T/F

Definition 99

False

Term 100

Countries outside of the United States commonly use English as their secondary language. T/F

Definition 100

True

Term 101

The media’s use of synecdoche can lead to misinterpretation by the public. T/F

Definition 101

True

Term 102

When conducting research for an academic paper, which electronic media source could you rely on to present the most accurate information?

Definition 102

online version of print newspaper

Term 103

The following is a complete sentence.
Unless the facts were presented accurately by the reporter. T/F

Definition 103

False

Term 104

The following is a complete sentence.
Watch the news tonight! T/F

Definition 104

True

Term 105

The media’s use of synecdoche can misrepresent the issue or subject being covered. T/F

Definition 105

True

Term 106

A blog post on the subject of the economy that cites statistics published in the Wall Street Journal is an example of a primary source. T/F

Definition 106

False

Term 107

This image of soldiers toppling a statue of Saddam Hussein could persuade the public of which idea?

Definition 107

America is close to victory in the Iraq War

Term 108

This widely-publicized image of Hillary Clinton could be used to persuade the public of which idea?

Definition 108

Hillary Clinton is unfit for political office

Term 109

The messages presented by major national newspapers are no different from the messages presented by popular news radio programs. T/F

Definition 109

False

Term 110

The media is influential in creating U.S. history. T/F

Definition 110

True

Term 111

Definition 111

a multimedia presentation

Term 112

A primary source and a secondary source are equally reliable. T/F

Definition 112

False

Term 113

The media influences the public’s opinion of political officials. T/F

Definition 113

True

Term 114

What should be done to correct this sentence?
The magazine used an unflattering photo of the politician portraying her in a negative way.

Definition 114

a comma should be added between the words politician and portraying.

Term 115

The following newspaper headline is ambiguous. “Criminal gets nine months in violin case.” T/F

Definition 115

True

Term 116

Identify the propaganda among the factual statements.

Definition 116

Starting your day with Starbucks will brighten your day

Term 117

The following statement is an example of propaganda. “Maytag washing machines will keep your clothes looking like new for years to come.” T/F

Definition 117

True

Term 118

What is the primary purpose of journalistic satire?

Definition 118

to expose or criticize an idea or point of view

Term 119

A lead can be found in the final paragraph of an article. T/F

Definition 119

False

Term 120

A headline appears in large print and is intended to grab the reader’s attention. T/F

Definition 120

True

Term 121

The order in which you present supporting evidence in your analytical essay is unimportant. T/F

Definition 121

False

Term 122

The following news headline is ambiguous. “Man rescues rare species of bird from his chimney.” T/F

Definition 122

False

Term 123

In which part of a newspaper would the most important, relevant, news appear?

Definition 123

Front page headlines

Term 124

Which of the following is an example of propaganda about the sneakers Air Jordans?

Definition 124

Air Jordans will make you jump higher.

Term 125

You should focus an analytical essay around a _____________.

Definition 125

Thesis

Term 126

Print media is being replaced by ____________.

Definition 126

digital media

Term 127

Consider the rhetoric and style used in the following sentence. Remember that publications use rhetoric and style to achieve a specific effect. In which magazine would you most likely find the following sentence? “This season, power up with protein-packed snacks that will help you slim down and boost your energy.”

Definition 127

Fitness

Term 128

In the following sentence, the word “extremely” is used to show cause and effect. “The student was extremely confused by her classmate’s garbled explanation of the math problem.” T/F

Definition 128

False

Term 129

The purpose of using words like “extremely” or “very” is to ___________.

Definition 129

convey emphasis

Term 130

What is the most likely effect of technological developments on print media?

Definition 130

more consumers will get their news via digital sources

Term 131

The purpose of a “lead” in a newspaper story is to spark the reader’s interest. T/F

Definition 131

True

Term 132

The sentence, “Here are two excellent examples of students with a single teacher who went to school for English in New Hampshire” is ambiguous. T/F

Definition 132

True

Term 133

Journalists use the “inverted pyramid” structure when writing news articles for the primary purpose of ensuring that the first paragraph is the largest and longest. T/F

Definition 133

False

Term 134

Journalists use the “inverted pyramid” structure when writing news articles for the primary purpose of ensuring that the first paragraph is the largest and longest.

Definition 134

thesis

Term 135

Identify the factual statement among the propaganda.

Definition 135

America is at war with Iraq

Term 136

Predict the influence of new technological developments on print media.

Definition 136

more consumers will rely on digital sources for their news

Term 137

This feature of a newspaper or magazine article explains to readers why the story is newsworthy.

Definition 137

nut graph

Term 138

On what subject would a news “profile” focus?

Definition 138

a particular person

Term 139

The newspaper The Onion is an example of _____________.

Definition 139

satire in journalism

Term 140

The words, “both, whereas, however, and likewise,” are examples of ____________.

Definition 140

transitions

Term 141

Consider the rhetoric and style used in the following sentence. Remember that publications use rhetoric and style to achieve a specific effect. In which publication would you most likely find the following sentence? “Wall Street closed 100 points higher than expected yesterday, with stockbrokers celebrating in an era of economic hardship and sour moods.”

Definition 141

The New York Times

Term 142

Which word in the following sentence exemplifies nuance? “The driver was discombobulated after drinking at the bar and collided with a telephone pole.”

Definition 142

discombobulated

Term 143

Why are satirical news pieces sometimes mistaken for “real” news?

Definition 143

they share the same typographical and structural elements

Term 144

Identify the propaganda among the factual statements.

Definition 144

Americans prefer to drive Fords

Term 145

Consider symbiotic relationships in the media. Which magazine would be most likely to publish an article on how to cope with the chicken pox?

Definition 145

Parents

Term 146

Consider the rhetoric and style used in the following sentence. Remember that publications use rhetoric and style to achieve a specific effect. In which magazine would you most likely find the following sentence? “Get the gear you need for your next rugged trek through the wilderness. Read our ultimate guide to the best gear, from high-tech gadgets to GORP.”

Definition 146

Outside

Term 147

Which of the following is an example of propaganda about the fast food chain McDonald’s?

Definition 147

The slogan, “McDonald’s makes America’s favorite hamburger”

Term 148

The purpose of using words like “consequently” or “because” is to________

Definition 148

show cause and effect relationships

Term 149

Which word or phrase in the following sentence exemplifies nuance? “As she told me her plan to move to California and become a movie star, I could see a twinkle in her eye.”

Definition 149

twinkle in her eye

Term 150

Which of the following could be a “big question” for a 10- to 12-page multi-source research paper?

Definition 150

What factors explain the continued popularity of Star Trek?

Term 151

On a website you find the text of George Orwell’s novel 1984 and comments by scholars about 1984. The scholar’s comments are considered primary sources because they are available right there with the text. T/F

Definition 151

False

Term 152

Which of the following is the best source for finding the titles of appropriate magazine and journal articles for a research paper?

Definition 152

using the Readers’ Guide to Periodical Literature

Term 153

Which of the following is a reliable source of information for a research paper about President John Adams?

Definition 153

a U.S. government website about the presidency

Term 154

Which of the following topics is suitable for a 10- to 12-page research paper?

Definition 154

trends in computer design

Term 155

As long as I can compile a long list of books and journal articles for my bibliography, it does not matter if they are not available in local libraries. T/F

Definition 155

false

Term 156

Which of the following is NOT a reliable source of information for a research paper about the movie Schindler’s List (1993)?

Definition 156

a local blogger’s list of the top five Holocaust movies

Term 157

Which of the following is NOT a reliable source of information for a research paper about the Wright Brothers?

Definition 157

a travel website about Kitty Hawk, NC

Term 158

On a website you find the text of a scholarly article about the Great Depression and authentic photographs from the Great Depression. The photographs are considered primary sources because they were probably taken at that time period. T/F

Definition 158

true

Term 159

Which of the following could be a “big question” for a 10- to 12-page multi-source research paper?

Definition 159

In what ways has the Internet changed how Americans work and entertain themselves?

Term 160

Which of the following is a NOT reliable source of information for a research paper about American writers of the 1920’s?

Definition 160

an article on a high school English class’s web page

Term 161

The difference between a primary source and a secondary source is that a primary source is an original text or document. T/F

Definition 161

true

Term 162

Which of the following is the best source for finding the titles of books readily available to you for a research paper?

Definition 162

using the electronic card catalog of a library

Term 163

The difference between a primary source and a secondary source is that a secondary source is an original text or document. T/F

Definition 163

false

Term 164

In correct MLA format, _____.

Definition 164

the heading appears only in page 1 when there is no title page

Term 165

Before starting to write a research paper, which of the following is the most important thing for a writer to do?

Definition 165

Do sufficient research.

Term 166

In correct MLA format, the margins of a research paper should be _____.

Definition 166

1 inch on all sides

Term 167

When a writer finishes a portion of a paper, he or she may not go back and change anything until the formal revising stage. T/F

Definition 167

false

Term 168

In an English class, you can choose whether you want to use MLA style or APA style for your research paper. T/F

Definition 168

false

Term 169

In correct MLA format, a cover page is _____.

Definition 169

needed if the teacher requires writers to use one

Term 170

Writing a research paper is a recursive process. Writers can always stop writing and look for more facts if they are needed. T/F

Definition 170

true

Term 171

In a research paper, one purpose of the introductory paragraph is to create a strong first impression. T/F

Definition 171

true

Term 172

The style that is standard for research papers in English is APA style. T/F

Definition 172

false

Term 173

When you revise a research report, _____.

Definition 173

you need to make changes that improve the style and content of your report.

Term 174

The sentence below could be from a research report. Select the best way to improve it.

Did you get what the dude who wrote that quotation is saying?

Definition 174

What can we infer from that quotation?

Term 175

Which of the following statements about revising a research paper is true?

Definition 175

Revising means reexamining the paper for problems related to content and style.

Term 176

Which of the following statements about the content of a research paper is true?

Definition 176

Writers use information from outside sources to help them prove their thesis.

Term 177

The sentence below could be from a research report. Select the best way to improve it.

The reviews were published no one saw them, they were still asleep.

Definition 177

The reviews were published, but no one saw them because they were still asleep.

Term 178

The purpose of a research paper is to _____.

Definition 178

persuade and inform

Term 179

Which of the following do effective writers use to improve the coherence of their research papers?

Definition 179

transition words

Term 180

The sentence below could be from a research report. Which of the following best describes the problem in it?

Because the characters in the novel met untimely ends, one by drowning, one by gunfire, and one was poisoned.

Definition 180

sentence fragment

Term 181

The sentence below could be from a research report. Which of the following best describes it?

The reviews were published no one saw them, they were still asleep.

Definition 181

run on sentence

Term 182

When you revise a research report, which of the following could give you a clue that there is problem with unity?

Definition 182

Evidence unrelated to the writer’s thesis is often included.

Term 183

The sentence below could be from a research report. Which of the following best describes it?

Did you get what the dude who wrote that quotation is saying?

Definition 183

overly colloquial sentence

Term 184

The sentence below could be from a research report. Which of the following best describes it?

If people think about it, they might understand that Josef Stalin had the Soviet Union’s interests at heart more than he had the interest of the allies at heart.

Definition 184

wordy or repetitious

Term 185

The sentence below could be from a research report. Select the best way to improve it.

If people think about it, they might understand that Josef Stalin had the Soviet Union’s interests at heart more than he had the interest of the allies at heart.

Definition 185

Josef Stalin had the Soviet Union’s interests at heart more than the allies’ interests.

Term 186

Which of the following is not a primary source?

Definition 186

online article

Term 187

Which of the following subjects would you be least likely to discuss via The National Issues Forum (NIF)?

Definition 187

Conflict in Afghanistan

Term 188

Select the best Conclusion for the syllogism.

Premise A—A president serves the nation in four-year terms.
Premise B—Barack Obama is the President of the United States.

Definition 188

Barack Obama will serve a four-year term.

Term 189

Which technique should you use to convey the essential meaning of a long quotation?

Definition 189

paraphrase

Term 190

Which of the following categories is NOT an example of how media is classified?

Definition 190

number of mediums used

Term 191

Select the best Conclusion for the syllogism.

Premise A—Vegetables are healthy.
Premise B—Spinach is a vegetable.

Definition 191

Spinach is healthy.

Term 192

Select the best Conclusion for the syllogism.

Premise A—Eating a healthy diet can lower your blood pressure.
Premise B—Vegetables are part of a healthy diet.

Definition 192

Eating vegetables can lower your blood pressure.

Term 193

After conducting an interview with a primary source, which piece of evidence would be most effective in supporting your thesis, or answering your essential question?

Definition 193

a direct, succinct quote

Term 194

Definition 194

case study of a woman who has survived domestic violence and is now a police officer

Term 195

You have chosen to write a research paper on classical Spanish guitar music. Which of the following primary sources should you include in your paper?

Definition 195

Interview with Spanish guitarist; survey; newspaper article

Term 196

You have chosen to write a research paper on human genetics. Which of the following primary sources should you include in your paper?

Definition 196

Scientist interview; lab report; published scientific paper

Term 197

Which fact would be an effective contribution to a discussion among consumers about conserving water?

Definition 197

If your faucet is dripping at the rate of one drop per second, you can expect to waste 2,700 gallons per year, greatly increasing the cost of utilities.

Term 198

What can you deduce from the following premises?

Premise A—Your school is hosting a dance in the gymnasium.
Premise B—The disc jockey changes the music and the lights dim.
Premise C— Couples flock to the dance floor while many students step aside or get a snack at the concession stand.

Definition 198

The disc jockey is now playing a "slow dance."

Term 199

Imagine that you are debating against introducing a new school rule that would prohibit students from using the Internet during school hours. Your opponent has just argued that the majority of classrooms do not have Internet access, anyway. Now, it is your turn to respond. Which of the following statements would be the most effective response?

Definition 199

Students utilize library computers to conduct Internet research during school hours.

Term 200

Definition 200

statistic revealing the number of advertisements that feature underweight teen models

Term 201

Definition 201

Your friend is frightened by the movie.

Term 202

Definition 202

a multimedia presentation

Term 203

Which of the following is NOT a primary source?

Definition 203

scholarly website

Term 204

Which of the following is a primary source?

Definition 204

U.S. Fish and Wildlife survey

Term 205

You are composing a speech to deliver to your local neighborhood association on the benefits of recycling. Your purpose is to convince the neighborhood association to vote in favor of curbside recycling. Which of the following items would be most effective in persuading your audience of your argument?

Definition 205

Recycling aluminum saves 95% of the energy needed to produce new aluminum from raw materials. Energy saved from recycling one ton of aluminum is equal to the amount of electricity the average home uses over 10 years.

Term 206

You are composing a speech to deliver to an audience of business owners. Your purpose is to convince them that they should advertise their business in your newspaper. Which of the following items would be most effective in persuading your audience of your argument?

Definition 206

Businesses advertised in the newspaper have reported a 25% increase in revenue.

Term 207

Which idea would be an effective contribution to a discussion among business professionals about how to manage time wisely?

Definition 207

Create a to-do list that prioritizes the tasks you must accomplish.

Term 208

You are writing a research paper on increasing rates of asthma in children living in New York City. Which source would be the most credible and relevant source to cite in your paper?

Definition 208

a pediatrician practicing in New York City, specializing in respiratory therapies

Term 209

Definition 209

The plant will supply more power to residents of Arizona and the reservation, and will put money in the pockets of investors.

Term 210

Which idea would be an effective contribution to a discussion among business professionals about how to manage time wisely?

Definition 210

Create a to-do list that prioritizes the tasks you must accomplish.

Term 211

Which of the following subjects would you likely discuss via The National Issues Forum (NIF)?

Definition 211

Race and Education in America

Term 212

Definition 212

Carly has an adventurous spirit.

Term 213

You would like to include the information from a book in your research, but the quotation that you would like to use is nearly a full page long. You can't use the entire quotation because it is too long and includes superfluous information. Which technique should you use to convey the essential meaning of a long quotation?

Definition 213

paraphrase

Term 214

You are writing a research paper on the environmental impacts of carbon emissions from automobiles on air quality in the city of Chicago. Which source would be the most credible and relevant source to cite in your paper?

Definition 214

the director of a scientific research group, based in Chicago, that investigates the effects of carbon emissions

Term 215

Definition 215

Eating red meat has health benefits and is good for you.

Term 216

Which fact would be an effective contribution to a discussion among consumers about conserving water?

Definition 216

If your faucet is dripping at the rate of one drop per second, you can expect to waste 2,700 gallons per year, greatly increasing the cost of utilities.

Term 217

You are composing a speech to deliver to a group of high school students. Your purpose is to convince them to participate in an after-school program in which they would mentor and tutor middle school students. Which of the following items would be most effective in persuading your audience to participate in such a program?

Definition 217

They will be given course credit for their participation.

Term 218

To be prepared to complete the common application form, as well as any job application, the student:

Definition 218

should keep an inventory of records she or he needs to answer the questions

Term 219

The lack of a greeting line or a complimentary closing such as “Sincerely” can make an email seem bossy and demanding. T/F

Definition 219

true

Term 220

The organization structure of the memo includes:

Definition 220

a heading, Re: or subject, date, who the memo is to, and who the memo is coming from

Term 221

In the job interview, applicants should (choose the response that is incorrect):

Definition 221

provide the interviewer with long-detailed responses to their questions

Term 222

When writing a memo, the writer should (choose the one that doe not apply):

Definition 222

choose colloquialisms and slang to sound friendly

Term 223

Once you compile a personal inventory for a job hunt, you have no need to update it for the rest of your life T/F

Definition 223

false

Term 224

When you are writing your cover letter, you should:

Definition 224

research the company and use information found in your research to write the letter.

Term 225

When preparing to write a cover letter, you should:

Definition 225

research the company and write the letter based on your research and the job description

Term 226

When you write a cover letter for a résumé, the purpose of the letter is to:

Definition 226

inform and persuade.

Term 227

The purpose of a memo, or memorandum is to (choose the one that does not apply):

Definition 227

announce an employee’s engagement

Term 228

The heading of a memo does not need to have the sender’s name because everyone will know who sent it. T/F

Definition 228

false

Term 229

The Common Application:

Definition 229

provides supplemental forms for applicants involved in athletics and the arts.

Term 230

A résumé should usually be no longer than a single page. T/F

Definition 230

true

Term 231

When writing a business or academic email, include:

Definition 231

subject line, greeting, body, complimentary closing, signature block

Term 232

In a business email, it is important to get right to the point; there is no need for a greeting line such as “Dear Ms. Lin.” T/F

Definition 232

false

Term 233

When you go to an employment interview, you can expect:

Definition 233

the interviewer to ask questions regarding your knowledge of the company

Term 234

When writing a business or academic email, it is appropriate to::

Definition 234

take a firm position but back the position with facts and be polite

Term 235

When you give contact information about yourself in a résumé, it is appropriate to give an email address such as grumpy1234@email.com that tells the employer something fun about the real you. T/F

Definition 235

false

Term 236

You are responding to an ad for a Lifeguard at Ourtown Pool. The topic, task and audience for your letter are:

Definition 236

The topic is the job opening at Ourtown Pool; task is an informative and persuasive cover letter; audience is pool manager.

Term 237

The Common Application form can:

Definition 237

be previewed to help you gather the information you need to apply to college

Term 238

All email that is written and stored on company computers is the property of the company, not the individual employee. T/F

Definition 238

True

Term 239

Using letterhead for a business letter make it unnecessary to type the recipient’s address on the letter. T/F

Definition 239

false

Term 240

Which one of the following is not asked on the common application form?

Definition 240

driving record

Term 241

The writer of a persuasive fund raising letter should always take the trouble to express ideas carefully and cogently. T/F

Definition 241

true

Term 242

The Common Application form:

Definition 242

is a college application used by 346 colleges and universities

Term 243

Keyword searches are only used in browsers to find documents on the Web. T/F

Definition 243

false

Term 244

The word Re: in the heading of a memorandum is sometimes used:

Definition 244

to introduce the subject of the memo.

Term 245

Which of the following statements about outlines is not true?

Definition 245

In formal outlines, you can mix together full sentences and phrases.

Term 246

Which of the following is NOT a reliable source of information for a research paper about the movie Schindler’s List (1993)?

Definition 246

a local blogger’s list of the top five Holocaust movies

Term 247

Before starting to write a research paper, which of the following is the most important thing for a writer to do?

Definition 247

do sufficient research

Term 248

Which of the following topics is suitable for a 6- to 10-page research paper?

Definition 248

trends in computer design

Term 249

Which of the following could be a “big question” for a 6- to 10-page multi-source research paper?

Definition 249

What factors explain the continued popularity of Star Trek?

Term 250

Which of the following is NOT a reliable source of information for a research paper about the Wright Brothers?

Definition 250

a travel website about Kitty Hawk, NC

Term 251

Which of the following is the best source for finding the titles of appropriate magazine and journal articles for a research paper?

Definition 251

using the Readers’ Guide to Periodical Literature

Term 252

Definition 252

false

Term 253

Which part of a printed book is the first place to look in order to get an overview of what the book contains?

Definition 253

the table of contents

Term 254

Which of the following is the best source for finding the titles of books readily available to you for a research paper?

Definition 254

using the electronic card catalog in the library

Term 255

When reading over your notes to synthesize ideas, what should you NOT do if you find information that one other source disproves?

Definition 255

Drop both sources. They could be wrong in other ways.

Term 256

When you have finished your research and realize that your thesis statement is too broad, your best course of action is to _____.

Definition 256

narrow your thesis statement

Term 257

How can a writing conference or peer feedback help you reevaluate your research topic?

Definition 257

Feedback may help you discover problems in your topic.

Term 258

Which part of a printed book is the best place to look to find additional books and materials about the topic?

Definition 258

any bibliographies the book contains

Term 259

When you have finished your research and realize that you cannot find information about one part of your topic, your best course of action is to _____.

Definition 259

drop that part of the topic

Term 260

When a writer finishes a portion of a paper, he or she may not go back and change anything until the formal revising stage. T/F

Definition 260

false

Term 261

Which part of a printed book is the best place to look in order to discover if the book has any information at all about the school a movie director attended?

Definition 261

the index

Term 262

What is the connection between your “big question” and your thesis statement when you are planning a research paper?

Definition 262

Your thesis statement is the answer to your “big question.”

Term 263

Which of the following should happen if you discover that insufficient information about your research topic is available?

Definition 263

Modify your research topic so that information is available.

Term 264

Which of the following statements is NOT true about the thesis statement of a research paper?

Definition 264

The thesis statement, once written, can never be changed.

Term 265

Which of the following topics is suitable for a 6- to 10- page research paper?

Definition 265

the Harlem Globetrotters

Term 266

Which of the following is a reliable source of information for a research paper about President John Adams?

Definition 266

a U.S. government website about the presidency

Term 267

As long as I can compile a long list of books and journal articles for my bibliography, it does not matter if they are not available in local libraries. T/F

Definition 267

false

Term 268

When you prepare an outline for a research paper, it is important that the outline be as perfectly prepared and presented as possible. T/F

Definition 268

false

Term 269

Which of the following statements about the secondary sources you found for your research report is true?

Definition 269

You should set aside any notes that do not help develop your thesis statement.

Term 270

The style that is standard for research papers in English is ____ style.

Definition 270

MLA

Term 271

The difference between a primary source and a secondary source is that a secondary source is an original text or document. T/F

Definition 271

false

Term 272

A working outline can continue to evolve as you work on your research paper. T/F

Definition 272

True

Term 273

The difference between a primary source and a secondary source is that a primary source is an original text or document. T/F

Definition 273

true

Term 274

Writing a research paper is a recursive process. Writers can always stop writing and look for more facts if they are needed. T/F

Definition 274

true

Term 275

On a website you find the text of a scholarly article about the Great Depression and contemporary photographs from the Great Depression. The photographs are considered primary sources because they were probably taken at that time period. T/F

Definition 275

true

Term 276

When I compile the list of books and journal articles for my bibliography, I need to know if these materials are available in my school or local library. T/F

Definition 276

true