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1. Which of the following would be a primary source for an article on the Battle of Gettysburg?

• A. a letter written by a local farmer who witnessed the battle
• B. a documentary about the battle produced by a local TV station
• C. a novelization of the battle written by the great-grandson of a Union soldier
• D. a history textbook for a college-level course in American history

Correct answer: A

Rationale: A letter written by a local farmer who witnessed the Battle of Gettysburg would be a primary source as it provides direct firsthand accounts and observations from someone who was present during the event. This source would offer valuable insights and perspectives for an article on the Battle of Gettysburg. Choice B, a documentary produced by a local TV station, is a secondary source as it interprets and presents information about the battle rather than providing direct firsthand accounts. Choice C, a novelization of the battle written by the great-grandson of a Union soldier, is also a secondary source as it involves interpretation and creative storytelling rather than direct eyewitness information. Choice D, a history textbook for a college-level course in American history, is a tertiary source that compiles information from various primary and secondary sources rather than presenting original firsthand accounts.

2. When evaluating the credibility of a source during research, which statement is true?

• A. The author's reputation is more important than whether they cite sources.
• B. The source should always be as recent as possible, considering the subject.
• C. The author's point of view and/or purpose is crucial for credibility.
• D. The kinds of sources various audiences value influence credibility for them.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The kind of sources different audiences value can indeed influence the credibility of a source for them. Different audiences may place varying levels of trust in different types of sources, such as peer-reviewed journals, government reports, or mainstream media outlets. Understanding the preferences of the target audience is essential for establishing credibility when presenting information. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect. The author's reputation is important but not more critical than citing sources, as proper citations contribute to transparency and reliability. The recency of a source is essential but not always the most crucial factor; relevance to the subject matter is also significant. The author's point of view and purpose are indeed relevant to assessing credibility; understanding their biases and intentions is vital in evaluating the reliability of a source.

3. The area known as the Bermuda Triangle has become such a part of popular culture that it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. Which of the following describes this type of writing?

• A. Narrative
• B. Persuasive
• C. Expository
• D. Technical

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Expository writing is used to explain or inform, as seen in the factual account of the Bermuda Triangle. The passage provides information to explain the phenomenon of the Bermuda Triangle, presenting facts and details without attempting to persuade or tell a story (narrative) or focusing on technical details. While the Bermuda Triangle has inspired many stories and theories, the passage aims to inform rather than persuade or delve into technical aspects.

4. Lise is doing a research project on the various psychological theories that Sigmund Freud developed and on the modern response to those theories. To which section of the library should she go to begin looking for research material?

• A. 100
• B. 200
• C. 300
• D. 900

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: '100.' Freud's theories fall under psychology, which is classified under the 100 section according to the Dewey Decimal Classification system. Section 200 is for Religion, 300 for Social sciences, and 900 for History, geography, and biography. Therefore, A is the most appropriate section for Lise to find research material related to Freud's psychological theories.

5. What is the setting of the story in this passage?

• A. In the city
• B. In the countryside
• C. In a jail
• D. In a mental health facility

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct setting of the story in the passage is in the city. The passage describes urban elements such as street shops, a nocturnal city with lamps, and scenes of a man walking swiftly and a child being trodden down in the city streets. These details clearly point to an urban setting, making choice A 'In the city' the correct answer. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because there is no mention or indication of a countryside, jail, or mental health facility setting in the passage.

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