Review Of Related Literature Quiz! Trivia

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Do you know anything about the review of related literature? Do you think you can pass this quiz? An essential benefit of a decent literature review is that it enables the detection of theoretical connections among variables and ideas that may not have been considered prior by the researcher. It offers insight that helps the researcher make recommendations for future research. Take this test and learn more about the review of related literature.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Generally speaking, the best time to begin the literature review associated with a specific research project is:

    • A.

      After the research problem has been clearly articulated.

    • B.

      After the data have been collected, but before they are analyzed.

    • C.

      Based on personal preference; there is no single best time.

    • D.

      Before or during the formulation of the research problem.

    Correct Answer
    D. Before or during the formulation of the research problem.
    Explanation
    The best time to begin the literature review associated with a specific research project is before or during the formulation of the research problem. This is because conducting a literature review early on helps researchers gain a comprehensive understanding of the existing knowledge and research gaps in their field. It allows them to identify the research problem more effectively and ensure that their study contributes to the existing body of knowledge. By conducting the literature review before or during the formulation of the research problem, researchers can also avoid duplicating previous research and ensure that their study is original and relevant.

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  • 2. 

    If you want to find information about books available in your local library, ______ will probably be your best resource.

    • A.

      The library catalog

    • B.

      Government publications

    • C.

      An online database

    • D.

      The World Wide Web

    Correct Answer
    A. The library catalog
    Explanation
    The library catalog is the best resource for finding information about books available in your local library. It is a comprehensive database that lists all the books and materials held by the library. It provides detailed information about each item, such as the author, title, publication date, and availability. By searching the library catalog, you can easily locate the books you are interested in and find out if they are currently available for borrowing. Other options like government publications, online databases, and the World Wide Web may provide additional information, but they are not specifically tailored to the resources available in your local library.

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  • 3. 

    If you want to conduct a keyword or author search of research reports published in professional journals, ______ will probably be your best resource.

    • A.

      The library catalog

    • B.

      Government publications

    • C.

      An online database

    • D.

      The World Wide Web

    Correct Answer
    C. An online database
    Explanation
    An online database would likely be the best resource for conducting a keyword or author search of research reports published in professional journals. Online databases are specifically designed to provide access to a wide range of academic and professional publications, making it easier to find relevant research reports. They often have advanced search features and filters that allow users to refine their searches and access the most up-to-date and reliable information. Additionally, online databases often provide access to full-text articles, which can be crucial for conducting in-depth research.

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  • 4. 

    If you want to find statistics on health care spending is broken down by state, ______ will probably be your best resource.

    • A.

      The library catalog

    • B.

      Government publications

    • C.

      An online database

    • D.

      The reference lists of important papers in your area

    Correct Answer
    B. Government publications
    Explanation
    Government publications would likely be the best resource to find statistics on health care spending broken down by state. Government agencies often collect and publish data on various topics, including healthcare spending. These publications are usually reliable and comprehensive, providing detailed information on healthcare expenditures at the state level. They may include reports, surveys, and databases that offer a wealth of data for researchers and policymakers.

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  • 5. 

    If an important reference you want to include in your literature review is checked out to another library patron, you might:

    • A.

      Obtain it through interlibrary loan.

    • B.

      Obtain it by asking the library to recall the reference.

    • C.

      Obtain it through an online document delivery service.

    • D.

      Decide to make do without it.

    Correct Answer
    B. Obtain it by asking the library to recall the reference.
    Explanation
    If an important reference you want to include in your literature review is checked out to another library patron, you can obtain it by asking the library to recall the reference. This means that you can request the library to contact the patron who has borrowed the reference and ask them to return it earlier so that you can access it. This option allows you to ensure that you can have access to the reference in a timely manner and include it in your literature review.

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  • 6. 

    If an important recent research article that you want to include in your literature review is not owned by your library, you might:

    • A.

      Cite it anyway for the benefit of the reader.

    • B.

      Obtain it by asking the library to recall the reference.

    • C.

      Obtain it through an online document delivery service.

    • D.

      Decide to make do without it.

    Correct Answer
    C. Obtain it through an online document delivery service.
    Explanation
    If an important recent research article that you want to include in your literature review is not owned by your library, you might obtain it through an online document delivery service. This option allows you to access the article that is not available in your library by requesting it from another institution or service that has access to it. This ensures that you can include the article in your literature review and provide a comprehensive overview of the relevant research.

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  • 7. 

    ______ is an example of a search engine.

    • A.

      Altavista

    • B.

      Books in Print

    • C.

      ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center)

    • D.

      Humanities Index

    Correct Answer
    A. Altavista
    Explanation
    Altavista is a search engine and hence, it is an example of a search engine.

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  • 8. 

    If an important book that you want to include in your literature review is not owned by your library, your best move would probably be to:

    • A.

      Obtain it through interlibrary loan.

    • B.

      Obtain it by asking the library to recall the reference.

    • C.

      Obtain it through an online document delivery service.

    • D.

      Cite it anyway for the benefit of the reader.

    Correct Answer
    A. Obtain it through interlibrary loan.
    Explanation
    If an important book that you want to include in your literature review is not owned by your library, your best move would probably be to obtain it through interlibrary loan. Interlibrary loan allows you to borrow materials from other libraries that your library does not have in its collection. This is a convenient and efficient way to access the book you need for your research. Obtaining it by asking the library to recall the reference may not be possible if the book is not available in your library's collection. Obtaining it through an online document delivery service may be costly and time-consuming. Citing it anyway for the benefit of the reader would not be appropriate if you do not have access to the book.

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  • 9. 

    ______ is an example of an electronic database.

    • A.

      Altavista

    • B.

      Books in Print

    • C.

      ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center)

    • D.

      Humanities Index

    Correct Answer
    C. ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center)
    Explanation
    ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) is an example of an electronic database because it is a digital collection of educational resources and research materials. It provides access to a wide range of scholarly articles, reports, and other educational materials, making it a valuable resource for researchers, educators, and students. Altavista, Books in Print, and Humanities Index are not electronic databases but rather search engines or indexes for books and humanities-related materials.

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  • 10. 

    Jane wants to search for information about the variety of attention disorders that are seen in childhood.  Which of the following sets of keywords would best get Jane started on an effective and efficient search?

    • A.

      “attention disorders”

    • B.

      “ADHD,” “ADD,” and “children”

    • C.

      “disorders” and “children”

    • D.

      “attention disorders” and “children”

    Correct Answer
    D. “attention disorders” and “children”
    Explanation
    The set of keywords "attention disorders" and "children" would best get Jane started on an effective and efficient search because it specifically targets the information she is looking for. By including both "attention disorders" and "children" in her search, Jane will be able to find relevant results that focus on attention disorders specifically in children. This combination of keywords will help narrow down the search results and provide more specific and accurate information for her research.

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  • 11. 

    If a researcher has completed a thorough search of the World Wide Web:

    • A.

      The literature search can be concluded.

    • B.

      It may also be fruitful to search an electronic database.

    • C.

      It may also be fruitful to search the Internet.

    • D.

      He/she will find largely redundant information on an electronic database.

    Correct Answer
    B. It may also be fruitful to search an electronic database.
    Explanation
    When a researcher has already conducted a comprehensive search of the World Wide Web, it implies that they have explored various online sources and websites. However, the answer suggests that it may still be beneficial for the researcher to search an electronic database. This implies that electronic databases contain unique and valuable information that may not be available or easily accessible on the internet. Therefore, searching an electronic database can provide the researcher with additional relevant data and enhance the comprehensiveness of their literature search.

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  • 12. 

    The main purpose of the review of the literature is to:

    • A.

      Acknowledge the work of others by listing their findings prior to proposing your own project.

    • B.

      Show how your study is superior to other work done in the area.

    • C.

      Publicly demonstrate your mastery of the research literature in your area.

    • D.

      Show how your study is related to, and extends, other work in the area.

    Correct Answer
    D. Show how your study is related to, and extends, other work in the area.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is to show how your study is related to, and extends, other work in the area. The review of the literature is an essential part of any research project as it allows the researcher to understand the existing knowledge and research in the field. By reviewing the literature, the researcher can identify gaps, contradictions, or areas that need further exploration. It also helps in establishing the significance of the study by showing how it builds upon and contributes to the existing body of knowledge.

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  • 13. 

    A well-structured literature review:

    • A.

      Contains highly detailed descriptions of each work chosen for inclusion in the review.

    • B.

      Begins with those studies most closely related to the research problem, then opens up to a broader perspective.

    • C.

      Begins with broad/general information, then narrows the focus to those studies most closely related to the research problem.

    • D.

      Contains general summaries of each work chosen for inclusion in the review.

    Correct Answer
    C. Begins with broad/general information, then narrows the focus to those studies most closely related to the research problem.
    Explanation
    A well-structured literature review begins with broad/general information, then narrows the focus to those studies most closely related to the research problem. This approach allows the reader to gain a comprehensive understanding of the topic by starting with a broad overview and then delving into more specific and relevant studies. By starting broadly, the review can provide context and background information before focusing on the specific studies that directly address the research problem. This method ensures that the review is organized and logical, guiding the reader through the literature in a clear and systematic manner.

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  • 14. 

    The review of the literature can be curtailed when:

    • A.

      You are no longer encountering new ideas or information.

    • B.

      All of the work done by top researchers in the area has been reviewed.

    • C.

      All published work related to a topic has been reviewed.

    • D.

      Two to four weeks have been devoted to the search.

    Correct Answer
    A. You are no longer encountering new ideas or information.
    Explanation
    When conducting a literature review, it is important to consider various factors that determine when the review can be curtailed. The correct answer states that the review can be curtailed when you are no longer encountering new ideas or information. This means that after thoroughly exploring the available literature, if no new insights or relevant information is being discovered, it indicates that a comprehensive understanding of the topic has been achieved. This ensures that all significant sources have been considered and the review can be concluded without the need for further exploration.

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  • 15. 

    A well-written literature review:

    • A.

      Avoids evaluation or critique of the literature reviewed, so as not to bias the opinion of the reader.

    • B.

      Emphasizes critique and synthesis of the work of others that is related to your own research problem.

    • C.

      Avoids summarizing the work of others so that details of the original work are not lost in the reviewing process.

    • D.

      Emphasizes detailed reporting of each piece of research included in the literature review.

    Correct Answer
    B. EmpHasizes critique and synthesis of the work of others that is related to your own research problem.
    Explanation
    A well-written literature review emphasizes critique and synthesis of the work of others that is related to your own research problem. This means that instead of simply summarizing the work of others, the review critically evaluates and analyzes the research in relation to your own research topic. By doing so, it helps to identify gaps in the existing literature, highlight areas of disagreement or agreement, and provide a comprehensive understanding of the current state of knowledge in the field. This approach allows the reader to form their own opinion based on the synthesized information, without being biased by the reviewer's personal evaluation or critique.

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  • 16. 

    Typically, the literature review should:

    • A.

      Include few or no works more than five years old to avoid having the work become prematurely obsolete.

    • B.

      Be limited to work coming out of the very best labs and universities in the country.

    • C.

      Give a broad overview of the area, without getting bogged down in the details of particular studies or theoretical perspectives.

    • D.

      Emphasize how the studies being reviewed are related to the research problem under consideration.

    Correct Answer
    D. EmpHasize how the studies being reviewed are related to the research problem under consideration.
    Explanation
    The literature review should emphasize how the studies being reviewed are related to the research problem under consideration. This means that the review should focus on identifying and discussing relevant studies that contribute to the understanding of the research problem. By doing so, the literature review provides a context for the research and demonstrates the significance of the problem being studied. It helps establish the need for the research and shows how it fits into the existing body of knowledge.

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  • 17. 

    Before writing the introduction section, consider the following questions:

    • A.

      How do hypotheses and reserch design relate to one another?

    • B.

      What are the theoretical and practical implications of the study?

    • C.

      What statistical tests were used?

    • D.

      All of the above.

    • E.

      A and b

    Correct Answer
    E. A and b
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "a and b". This means that both the hypotheses and research design relate to one another, and there are theoretical and practical implications of the study. Additionally, statistical tests were used in the study. This answer suggests that all of the options provided in the question are correct.

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  • 18. 

    When writing a report of original research, the sections should reflect the

    • A.

      The problem, participants, essential features of the study method, basic findings, and conclusions.

    • B.

      Raw data statements with conclusions.

    • C.

      Conclusions not found in the text of the report.

    • D.

      F values, degrees of freedom, and probability levels.

    Correct Answer
    A. The problem, participants, essential features of the study method, basic findings, and conclusions.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the problem, participants, essential features of the study method, basic findings, and conclusions. This answer accurately reflects the sections that should be included in a report of original research. The problem section introduces the research question or issue being investigated, the participants section describes the individuals or groups involved in the study, the essential features of the study method section outlines the methodology used to gather data, the basic findings section presents the main results of the study, and the conclusions section summarizes the overall findings and their implications.

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  • 19. 

    Speculation is permitted in the Discussion section if it is

    • A.

      Faithful to the intuition of the authors.

    • B.

      Related closely and logically to empirical data or theory.

    • C.

      Expressed verbosely and eloquently.

    • D.

      None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    B. Related closely and logically to empirical data or theory.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is related closely and logically to empirical data or theory. This means that speculation in the discussion section should be based on evidence from real-world observations or established theories. It should be grounded in logic and directly connected to the data or theories being discussed. This ensures that the speculation is well-founded and contributes to the overall understanding of the topic.

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  • 20. 

    In a paper that integrates several experiments, you should

    • A.

      Not combine the discussion with the description of results.

    • B.

      Have only one Results section for all the experiments.

    • C.

      Make it at least twice as long as a one-experiment study.

    • D.

      Include a comprehensive general discussion of all of the work.

    Correct Answer
    D. Include a comprehensive general discussion of all of the work.
    Explanation
    In a paper that integrates several experiments, it is important to include a comprehensive general discussion of all the work. This means that the paper should not only present the results of each experiment separately but also provide a thorough analysis and interpretation of the overall findings. This discussion should connect the different experiments, highlight any patterns or trends observed, and offer insights into the implications and significance of the combined results. By including a comprehensive general discussion, the paper can provide a cohesive and holistic understanding of the research conducted across multiple experiments.

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Juliette Firla |MA (Teaching Writing) |
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Juliette is a middle school English teacher at Sacred Heart of Greenwich, Connecticut. Juliette earned a BA in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from Elon University and an MA in Teaching Writing from Johns Hopkins University. She holds a Classroom Teacher license from the Connecticut State Department of Education. Juliette possesses strong skills in English language arts, writing, editing, and literature study. She has a deep passion for working with young people and contributing to the education of America's youth in the classroom.

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