Question 1

Writing your thesis depends on the purpose of your research.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Fear of public speaking is very common. Identify and describe three elements of your presentation that practice can help polish.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Correct answers should note that practicing can help polish the length of the presentation, the volume of your voice, and the body language used in the presentation.

Question 3

Quanesia is writing a paper that explains how an internal combustion engine works. Her paper discusses what the various parts of the engine are, how they fit together, and how the process of combustion works. What is the purpose of Quanesia's paper?

Accepted Answer

A)  to persuade 
B)  to express 
C)  to inform 
D)  to entertain 
A)  to persuade 
B)  to express 
C)  to inform 
D)  to entertain C

Question 4

Which of these statements is TRUE about using information literacy and communication skills at work?

Accepted Answer

A)  These skills can help you interview for and get a job. 
B)  These skills are only useful after you get a job. 
C)  These skills are not used as often once you get a job. 
D)  These skills can help you prove that you deserve a job. 
A)  These skills can help you interview for and get a job. 
B)  These skills are only useful after you get a job. 
C)  These skills are not used as often once you get a job. 
D)  These skills can help you prove that you deserve a job.

Question 5

Most people are very comfortable getting up and delivering a presentation in front of an audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When writing blog posts for online classes, what can you do to invoke the appropriate tone?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use shorthand and slang. 
B)  Read aloud what you've typed before posting it. 
C)  Post as quickly as possible when having a heated discussion. 
D)  Assume the tone you intend is clear. 
A)  Use shorthand and slang. 
B)  Read aloud what you've typed before posting it. 
C)  Post as quickly as possible when having a heated discussion. 
D)  Assume the tone you intend is clear.

Question 7

Where should you go to access a course reserve for your earth science class?

Accepted Answer

A)  the classroom for the course 
B)  the school library website 
C)  the career development center 
D)  the school bookstore 
A)  the classroom for the course 
B)  the school library website 
C)  the career development center 
D)  the school bookstore

Question 8

Plagiarism occurs when one person uses another person's words or ideas and presents them as his or her own.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The best place to start looking for information when performing research for a paper or presentation is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Wikipedia. 
B)  Google. 
C)  the library. 
D)  a traditional encyclopedia. 
A)  Wikipedia. 
B)  Google. 
C)  the library. 
D)  a traditional encyclopedia.

Question 10

If you delivered a presentation that encouraged students to sign up for a new student aid benefit that was being offered by your school, the purpose of your presentation would be to:

Accepted Answer

A)  persuade. 
B)  express. 
C)  inform. 
D)  entertain. 
A)  persuade. 
B)  express. 
C)  inform. 
D)  entertain.

Question 11

Books provide more depth and detail than many other information sources.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

You must physically be in the library to take advantage of its resources.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When you cite, you:

Accepted Answer

A)  search for information related to the topic that you are writing or speaking about. 
B)  acknowledge that you are including someone else's ideas in your paper or presentation. 
C)  evaluate the quality of information that you found while performing research. 
D)  identify the main idea or argument you want to convey in your paper or presentation. 
A)  search for information related to the topic that you are writing or speaking about. 
B)  acknowledge that you are including someone else's ideas in your paper or presentation. 
C)  evaluate the quality of information that you found while performing research. 
D)  identify the main idea or argument you want to convey in your paper or presentation.

Question 14

Which of these outcomes does research suggest occurs for students who create an outline before writing?

Accepted Answer

A)  They spend less time writing. 
B)  They write shorter papers. 
C)  They write more slowly. 
D)  They produce higher-quality papers. 
A)  They spend less time writing. 
B)  They write shorter papers. 
C)  They write more slowly. 
D)  They produce higher-quality papers.

Question 15

When making an online presentation, you should schedule extra time during the preparation phase to try out any technology and make sure it is running smoothly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Many organizations ask employees to complete an annual self-evaluation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

On the day of your presentation, you should:

Accepted Answer

A)  arrive when your presentation is supposed to begin. 
B)  take deep breaths before getting up to speak. 
C)  wear your most comfortable shoes. 
D)  avoid reviewing your notes too closely. 
A)  arrive when your presentation is supposed to begin. 
B)  take deep breaths before getting up to speak. 
C)  wear your most comfortable shoes. 
D)  avoid reviewing your notes too closely.

Question 18

Identify three questions that you should ask when planning a presentation and how the answer to each can affect what you say or how you say it.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Correct answers shoul

Question 19

What are the three MOST essential elements of information literacy?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Correct answers shoul

Question 20

Explain why critical thinking is important when writing a paper, and describe three ways in which you can incorporate critical thinking into the writing process as you prepare your first draft.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Correct answers shoul

Writing your thesis depends on the purpose of your research.

Fear of public speaking is very common. Identify and describe three elements of your presentation that practice can help polish.

Quanesia is writing a paper that explains how an internal combustion engine works. Her paper discusses what the various parts of the engine are, how they fit together, and how the process of combustion works. What is the purpose of Quanesia's paper?

Which of these statements is TRUE about using information literacy and communication skills at work?

Most people are very comfortable getting up and delivering a presentation in front of an audience.

When writing blog posts for online classes, what can you do to invoke the appropriate tone?

Where should you go to access a course reserve for your earth science class?

Plagiarism occurs when one person uses another person's words or ideas and presents them as his or her own.

The best place to start looking for information when performing research for a paper or presentation is:

If you delivered a presentation that encouraged students to sign up for a new student aid benefit that was being offered by your school, the purpose of your presentation would be to:

Books provide more depth and detail than many other information sources.

You must physically be in the library to take advantage of its resources.

When you cite, you:

Which of these outcomes does research suggest occurs for students who create an outline before writing?

When making an online presentation, you should schedule extra time during the preparation phase to try out any technology and make sure it is running smoothly.

Many organizations ask employees to complete an annual self-evaluation.

On the day of your presentation, you should:

Identify three questions that you should ask when planning a presentation and how the answer to each can affect what you say or how you say it.

What are the three MOST essential elements of information literacy?

Explain why critical thinking is important when writing a paper, and describe three ways in which you can incorporate critical thinking into the writing process as you prepare your first draft.

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Exam 10: Information Literacy and Communication

Writing your thesis depends on the purpose of your research.

Fear of public speaking is very common. Identify and describe three elements of your presentation that practice can help polish.

Quanesia is writing a paper that explains how an internal combustion engine works. Her paper discusses what the various parts of the engine are, how they fit together, and how the process of combustion works. What is the purpose of Quanesia's paper?

Which of these statements is TRUE about using information literacy and communication skills at work?

Most people are very comfortable getting up and delivering a presentation in front of an audience.

When writing blog posts for online classes, what can you do to invoke the appropriate tone?

Where should you go to access a course reserve for your earth science class?

Plagiarism occurs when one person uses another person's words or ideas and presents them as his or her own.

The best place to start looking for information when performing research for a paper or presentation is:

If you delivered a presentation that encouraged students to sign up for a new student aid benefit that was being offered by your school, the purpose of your presentation would be to:

Books provide more depth and detail than many other information sources.

You must physically be in the library to take advantage of its resources.

When you cite, you:

Which of these outcomes does research suggest occurs for students who create an outline before writing?

When making an online presentation, you should schedule extra time during the preparation phase to try out any technology and make sure it is running smoothly.

Many organizations ask employees to complete an annual self-evaluation.

On the day of your presentation, you should:

Identify three questions that you should ask when planning a presentation and how the answer to each can affect what you say or how you say it.

What are the three MOST essential elements of information literacy?

Explain why critical thinking is important when writing a paper, and describe three ways in which you can incorporate critical thinking into the writing process as you prepare your first draft.

Building a Foundation for College Success

Planning Your Future

Motivation, Decision Making, and Personal Responsibility

Organization and Time Management

Understanding Thinking and Learning

Reading for College Success

Take Effective Notes

Memory and Studying

Performing Well on Exams

Social Belonging

Health and Wellness

Career Readiness

Celebrating Your Success and Connecting to Your Future

Strategies for Success in College

Filters