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QuizMultiple Choice

Writing a Research-Based Essay to Compare the Societies of Athens and Sparta

Question 10 • IL-MS World History A

If a student’s first internet search returned no useful information on a research topic, what would be the most effective next step to find good search results?

Answer
A
entering the entire prompt in the search bar to find an answer to the prompt
B
entering combinations of keywords in the search bar to widen search results
C
entering all keywords at once in the search bar to find sources that answer the entire prompt
D
entering searches in the form of how and why questions in the search bar to find specific information

Explanation

If the first search finds nothing useful, try changing the search terms rather than entering the whole research prompt. Combining different relevant keywords can broaden the results and help you discover useful sources. Choice B, entering combinations of keywords, is the most effective next step.

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