Deck 4: It’s Show Time: Papers, Presentations, and Tests

Question 1

Students who focus on ________ are less likely to engage in academically dishonest behaviors.

A) Learning
B) Grades
C) Graduating
D) Getting the best job

Answer 1

A

Question 2

This semester, you are taking a health and developmental psychology class. Both require a paper on a topic of your choosing. You decide to use the same paper for both classes.

A) This is called self-plagiarism
B) This is advisable because it helps you maximize your time
C) This is common practice and is acceptable
D) As long as you did the work yourself, this is appropriate.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

In APA, in text citations typically require:

A) Author First and Last Name, Page Number
B) Author First and Last Name, Year
C) Author Last Name, Page Number
D) Author Last Name, Year

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Strategies for narrowing down your topic include:

A) Completing a literature search to look at sub-topics
B) Focusing on specific populations, like college students, children, the elderly.
C) Work with your professor or college librarian to help you select a topic.
D) All of these are good strategies.

Question 5

In MLA, in text citations typically require:

A) Author First and Last Name, Page Number
B) Author First and Last Name, Year
C) Author Last Name, Page Number
D) Author Last Name, Year

Question 6

Your author suggests that you _______ when paraphrasing.

A) Copy from the text first
B) Close your book before summarizing it in your own words
C) Change at least 3 words in a sentence
D) All of these are recommended.

Question 7

Which of the following would you NOT have to cite?

A) Washington DC is the capital of the United States
B) An earthquake caused damage to the Washington Monument in 2011
C) The construction of the Washington Monument began in 1848.
D) All of these do not require citations.

Question 8

Which of the following statements are true?

A) Academic dishonesty is always intentional
B) Academic dishonesty is always unintentional
C) Academic dishonesty can be intentional or unintentional
D) Academic dishonesty means having academic integrity

Question 9

Two of the most common styles to cite sources are:

A) MLA and APA
B) MLA and AMA
C) MPA and AMA
D) MPA and APA

Question 10

You are reading a paper written by your friend. A citation reads (Harrington, 24). What citation style was most likely used?

A) APA
B) MLA
C) APPA
D) MLPA

Question 11

You know that a classmate plagiarized her paper. What should your reaction be?

A) You should address this with your classmate or professor
B) You should ignore the issue because it is none of your business
C) You should report this incident to the college Vice President of Academic Affairs
D) Avoid this person and pretend you didn't know about it

Question 12

Citations are needed:

A) In papers
B) Only in research papers
C) In presentations
D) In all academic products

Question 13

Paraphrasing involves:

A) Putting the information into your own words
B) Summarizing the idea of another person
C) Citing the source
D) All of these statements are true

Question 14

Which statement is most true?

A) Many quotations almost always add to a paper
B) Famous quotes should always be included in a research paper
C) Most professors want you to limit the use of quotes
D) You should use approximately 1 quote per page

Question 15

You are reading a paper written by your friend. A citation reads (Harrington, 2013). What citation style was most likely used?

A) APA
B) MLA
C) APPA
D) MLPA

Question 16

To avoid plagiarism, you should cite all of the following except:

A) Paraphrase
B) Quotation
C) General knowledge
D) Specific information about the topic

Question 17

Your friend Mary paraphrased from a book that she read. To avoid plagiarism, she should:

A) Cite the source in the body of the text and on the Reference page.
B) Cite the source in the body of the text only.
C) Cite the source on the Reference page only.
D) Use quotes and cite the source in the body of the text and on the Reference page.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT considered plagiarism?

A) Changing a few words and providing a source
B) Submitting the work of another person
C) Summarizing the work of another and providing the citation information
D) Submitting your own paper for 2 different classes

Question 19

Your friend Will uses quotation marks when writing the words of another person. Is this plagiarism?

A) No because quotation marks were used
B) Possibly if the source wasn't cited in the body of the text and in the references
C) Yes, it is not appropriate to use quotes in a college paper.
D) It depends on whether the quotes were used in a research paper or in a presentation

Question 20

When choosing a topic, what is the most common mistake made by college students?

A) Choosing a topic that is too broad
B) Choosing a topic that is too specific
C) Choosing a topic that is already covered in the text.
D) College students don't typically have difficulty with this task.

Question 21

When starting the revision process, focus on all of the following EXCEPT:

A) General organizational structure
B) Indented audience
C) Spelling and grammar
D) Purpose of the assignment

Question 22

When reviewing your work, it is best to first focus on:

A) The big picture, considering the document as a whole
B) Spelling and grammar
C) Check your references
D) Proofreading

Question 23

According to your author, what are two main considerations when considering the credibility of a source?

A) Qualifications of the author and whether the findings are consistent with other sources
B) The year of publication and the qualifications of the author
C) Whether the findings are consistent with other sources and the length of the article
D) The year of the publication and whether the findings are consistent with other sources

Question 24

Which of the following would be the best choice for a paper topic?

A) Stress management
B) Effectiveness of Exercising on Reducing Academic Stress
C) Time management
D) Time management in college

Question 25

Before you start writing a paper, it is a good idea to:

A) Take a nap so you are awake and refreshed
B) Map out ideas using a graphic organizer
C) Write down all of your other assignments
D) All of these are great strategies

Question 26

When you are getting ready to start a paper, what should you focus on first?

A) The purpose and goal of the assignment
B) How many sources you'll need
C) The length of the assignment
D) None of these are accurate

Question 27

During the revision process, it is important to:

A) Look at the big picture
B) Look at the details
C) Confirm that you cited sources appropriately
D) All of these are important

Question 28

When proofreading, it is suggested that you use tools such as:

A) Spell check
B) Grammar check
C) Outline view
D) All of these are recommended

Question 29

Your friend is getting to ready to being the revision process on a research paper. What would you suggest?

A) Read the entire paper again before revising it
B) First focus on the details and then look for main ideas
C) First review your citations
D) The order that you complete these tasks does not matter

Question 30

Which of the following is not assessed via the CRAAP test?

A) Communication skills
B) Relevance
C) Purpose
D) Accuracy

Question 31

Some critical steps in revising a paper include:

A) Allowing time to pass before starting the review process.
B) Reviewing the expectations of your professor.
C) Looking for a strong thesis statement; making sure that you have included supporting details and examples.
D) All of these statements are true

Question 32

When you ask "Is the information biased?" what factor of the CRAAP test are you considering?

A) Authority
B) Accuracy
C) Purpose
D) Relevance

Question 33

When should you use encyclopedias such as Wikipedia?

A) Never- it is not appropriate to use this source in college
B) As long as Wikipedia isn't the only source, it is always appropriate to use this source
C) It can help you get an overall understanding of the subject matter but is not considered a college level source
D) It is appropriate for presentations but not papers

Question 34

Which of the following is considered a scholarly source and worthy of inclusion for a college level assignment?

A) Websites
B) Encyclopedias
C) Peer reviewed journals
D) All of these are scholarly and college level.

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT an effective strategy to evaluate a website?

A) Determining who posted the information
B) Evaluating whether the information provided is balanced and not biased.
C) Checking for consistency with other scholarly sources.
D) Looking at whether it is on the top of the list in the results of a Google search.

Question 36

A flexible approach to writing involves:

A) Being willing to change your topic
B) Being willing to find additional sources and re-organize the structure if needed
C) Staying focused on your initial organizational plan
D) Proofreading at the start of the process

Question 37

It is best to revise your paper

A) Immediately after you finish so it's fresh on your mind
B) A day or so after you finish the draft
C) At least a month after writing it
D) It doesn't matter when you do it as long as you do revise it

Question 38

If you want to use a source that has went through a peer reviewed process, you should use:

A) A book
B) A newspaper article
C) A website
D) A journal

Question 39

When you ask "Does the information related to your topic?" what factor of the CRAAP test are you considering?

A) Authority
B) Accuracy
C) Purpose
D) Relevance

Question 40

When you ask "Is the author qualified to write on this topic?" what factor of the CRAAP test are you considering?

A) Authority
B) Accuracy
C) Purpose
D) Relevance

Question 41

According to the personalization principle, which of the following would be best to include on a Power Point slide?

A) Guessing the answer works!
B) Research has found that anticipation of the correct response is associated with increased performance on exams.
C) The best strategy for taking a multiple choice test is to anticipate the correct answer before reading the answer options.
D) All of these statements are equally effective.

Question 42

Robert started his presentation with interesting statistics. This is an example of a:

A) Hook
B) Data dump
C) Summary Statement
D) Personalization

Question 43

Your friend Dale is creating a Power Point presentation for his class. Based on what you learned from the text, what would you tell him?

A) Limit the use of words and use visual images where possible.
B) Include all important concepts and supporting details on the slides so you don't forget to discuss them.
C) The more animation you use, the more engaged your audience will be.
D) Using bulleted lists is the most effective way to present the information.

Question 44

Tips for reducing anxiety and improving performance include:

A) Keeping a positive mindset before the test by thinking about your successful experiences.
B) Writing down at least one of your success experiences.
C) Keeping it in perspective by knowing how much the test or assignment counts towards your final grade.
D) All of these are effective strategies.

Question 45

To bring attention to important points in your presentation,

A) Use a dramatic pause
B) Use several examples
C) Use visual tools like charts or graphs
D) All of these are effective strategies

Question 46

According to the Golden Rule of public speaking, how many times should the audience hear the information?

A) One time
B) Two times
C) Three times
D) Five times

Question 47

One of the best ways to deal with performance anxiety is to:

A) Take a deep breath.
B) Prepare well.
C) Focus on external reasons for success.
D) Believe you can do well even if you didn't spend much time on the assignment.

Question 48

Which of the best phrases best captures the meaning of the personalization principle?

A) Images are powerful
B) Less is more
C) Bring attention to main points
D) Simple Language

Question 49

June began her presentation by sharing an inspiring story. This is called a:

A) Great starter
B) Encoding technique
C) Hook
D) Mnemonic device

Question 50

The "Golden Rule" of public speaking is:

A) Tell the audience what you are going to say, saying it, and telling the audience what you have just told them.
B) Making sure you are well dressed and look good for your presentation.
C) Being funny while presenting.
D) Allow time for questions.

Question 51

Which of the best phrases best captures the meaning of the multi-media principle?

A) Images are powerful
B) Less is more
C) Bring attention to main points
D) Simple Language

Question 52

According to the research conducted by Issa et al. (2011), who learned the most?

A) Students who saw Power Points with a lot of detail
B) Students who saw Power Points that used images and only a few words
C) Students who did not have access to Power Point
D) Students who were provided with a copy of the Power Point

Question 53

During her presentation, Lauren paused and then repeated what she had just said. Which best explains why she did this?

A) She forgot what she had just said.
B) She was using the Golden Rule of public speaking.
C) She was probably trying to emphasize an important point.
D) The audience was probably not paying attention.

Question 54

Which of the following statements is true?

A) Beginning with a strong opening and engaging your audience members are important aspects of an effective presentation.
B) Humor is the most important part of an effective presentation.
C) If you are nervous, it is practically impossible to improve your presentation.
D) Skilled presenters do not need to practice because being spontaneous is important.

Question 55

The research of Menzel and Carrell (1994) found that:

A) Practicing is the key to success for giving an effective presentation. Effective practice reduces anxiety, allows you to get your timing down and appear more confident.
B) The key to a great presentation is being very funny so everyone laughs a lot.
C) You are either good at public speaking or not, it really doesn't matter how you prepare.
D) Students who used Power Point did the best on their presentations.

Question 56

Your classmate asked everyone to engage in a Turn and Talk during his presentation. What was the purpose of this activity?

A) To increase active engagement and learning
B) To distract from the lack of knowledge of the presenter
C) To emphasize the importance of talking during class
D) All of these are good reasons for using the Turn and Talk strategy

Question 57

If you are telling your friend about the modality principle, what phrase would you use?

A) Be Quiet
B) Simple Language
C) Less is More
D) Images are Powerful

Question 58

Which of the following is NOT considered an active learning technique that should be used during presentations?

A) Brief quizzes
B) Questions
C) Turn and Talks
D) All of these are good strategies

Question 59

Which of the best phrases best captures the meaning of the signaling principle?

A) Images are powerful
B) Less is more
C) Bring attention to main points
D) Simple Language

Question 60

Which of the following would you recommend for creating a Power Point slide?

A) Use only 7 bullets
B) Use complete sentences
C) Use at least 2 sources of animation on each slide
D) Use an image with only a few words

Question 61

Which of the following is NOT discussed by your author as being a good reason to write on your exam?

A) Writing down a mnemonic or key information.
B) Underlining important words in the question.
C) Circling questions you want to go back and review.
D) Doodling to relieve anxiety.

Question 62

Anticipating answers before looking at multiple choice options is a good idea because:

A) It forces you to focus on the question.
B) "A" students are more likely to use this strategy.
C) You will be less likely to fall victim to distracter items.
D) All of these statements are accurate.

Question 63

Students usually perform _____ on exams as compared to exams comprised of multiple choice items.

A) Worse
B) Better
C) About the same
D) There is no research evidence on this topic.

Question 64

If students are expecting an essay exam, they will:

A) Put forth greater effort.
B) Put forth less effort.
C) Be more likely to expect success.
D) None of these statements are true.

Question 65

Which of the following was NOT found in the McClain (1983) research study on test-taking: a) "A" students were more likely to read all the answer options.
B) "C" students were more likely to skip difficult questions
C) "F" students were less likely to anticipating the answer before reading the options.
D) "A" students were more likely to eliminate wrong answers.

Question 66

Changing answers in testing is:

A) Never a good idea, it's best to stick with your original answer.
B) Usually a good idea, especially if you have a good reason for changing the answer.
C) Always recommended.
D) Suggested by student success professionals but not supported by research.

Question 67

Which of the following statements is true?

A) Students prefer and do better on multiple choice tests.
B) Students prefer multiple choice tests but do better on essay exams.
C) Students prefer multiple choice but perform equally well on multiple choice and essay exams.
D) Students prefer essay exams but do better on multiple choice exams.

Question 68

You should spend approximately ____% of your time on the proofreading part of the process when responding to an essay question.

A) 1/5
B) 2/5
C) 3/5
D) 4/5

Question 69

Toni is dreading a group project she has to do with her classmates because she is often the one who does all of the work. What would you suggest to her?

A) It's best to do all of the work yourself so you are satisfied with the product created.
B) Creating ground rules and group roles help groups work together productively.
C) Talk to your professor to see if you can work alone.
D) Sit back and let others do the work for a change.

Question 70

According to the research conducted by Nelson and Knight (2010), it is a good idea to ____________ before taking a test.

A) Eat a good breakfast
B) Exercise
C) Think about a successful experience
D) Focus on how much the exam counts

Question 71

Changing your answer on a test is a good idea for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

A) Guessing
B) Initially misreading the question
C) Discovering a clue in a later question
D) All of these reasons are supported by research.

Question 72

An important consideration in online tests which is not an issue in traditional testing situations is:

A) Preparing well for the exam
B) Reviewing your answers
C) Making sure you are using compatible technology
D) The length of time allotted

Question 73

Researchers have found support for writing on exams for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

A) Marking questions needing further thought
B) Highlighting key terms
C) Drawing figures or charts
D) All of these are good reasons

Question 74

When writing an essay answer, you should spend approximately ___ of the time you have on the planning stage.

A) 10%
B) 20%
C) 30%
D) 50%

Question 75

According to the modality principle for presentations, it is a good idea to:

A) Read off of your slides
B) When you have a lot of words, allow others to read them
C) Always use a lot of words to explain concepts
D) All of these statements are true

Question 76

What is the first step of writing a good essay response?

A) Making an outline.
B) Making a strong opening statement.
C) Carefully reading the question.
D) Writing down everything you know about the topic.

Question 77

According to the research conducted by McClain (1983), "A" students were more likely to:

A) Guess the answer before looking at the options
B) Change their answer
C) Write on their test
D) Complete their exam quickly

Question 78

In an online testing situation, which of the following is true?

A) You won't be able to change your answers
B) You will be able to change your answers
C) Your professor will decide if you can change your answers
D) None of these statements are true

Question 79

What is the most likely outcome when you change an answer?

A) Right to wrong response
B) Wrong to right response
C) Equal chance to go from right to wrong or wrong to right
D) There is not enough research on this topic to know

Question 80

Take home and online exams can be very different than in-class exams because:

A) They are generally easier because you typically have all the time you need to finish the exam.
B) They tend to be easier because you have access to all of your materials and can even ask a friend if you need to for help.
C) They may actually be more difficult as your instructor's expectations may be higher.
D) There is no difference typically in the experience of online or take home exams.