This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Academic Writing > Research Report Writing – Quiz 3 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Research Report Writing Quiz 3 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. After note taking and just before composing (writing) the rough draft, you should: A) Edit. B) Type your report. C) Take more notes. D) Organize your notes. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Organize your notes. 2. In class you were given a list of ..... topics to choose from to write three body paragraphs. A) Seven. B) Ten. C) Three. D) Five. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Seven. 3. A one-paragraph overview of aims, methods, results, and conclusion A) CONCLUSION. B) INTRODUCTION. C) REFERENCES. D) ABSTRACT. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) ABSTRACT. 4. Any additional material which will add to your report/paper. A) RESULTS. B) METHODS. C) TITLE. D) APPENDICES. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) APPENDICES. 5. It is a suggestion given for the improvement of the research. A) Abstract. B) Recommendation. C) Conclusion. D) Summary of findings. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Recommendation. 6. A strong conclusion in a research report should: A) Introduce new data and findings. B) Summarize the key findings and their implications. C) Critique the methodology used in the study. D) Discuss related topics to broaden the discussion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Summarize the key findings and their implications. 7. Emily is going to write a report about the phases of the moon. Which source would be the most useful for her? A) A chart outlining Earth's rotation around the sun. B) A Book about the solar system. C) A chart outlining the solar system. D) A book about the moon phases. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A book about the moon phases. 8. Format applied to a footnote A) Hanging indent. B) First line indent. C) Header. D) Footer. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) First line indent. 9. In critically analyzing literature related to a social issue, what should a student primarily focus on? A) The popularity of the authors. B) The relevance and credibility of the sources. C) The length of the articles reviewed. D) The visual presentation of the research. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The relevance and credibility of the sources. 10. Do we need to write an outline before starting research reports? A) Yes. B) No. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) No. 11. Sasha wants to know how much rain fell in Washington this week. What is the BEST place to look for this information? A) An encyclopedia. B) An atlas. C) The Internet. D) A dictionary. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The Internet. 12. Explains the approach that will be used in gathering data to answer the research questions. A) Discussion. B) Introduction C. C) Results. D) Methodology. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Methodology. 13. True or False:Good expository writing introduces a main idea and supports it with details. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 14. Used to add reference and commentary sparingly and only if necessary in MLA Report A) Paragraph heading. B) Tab. C) Indent. D) Endnotes/footnotes. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Endnotes/footnotes. 15. ..... are reference notes keyed in the body of the report. A) Titles. B) Parenthetical citations. C) Footnotes. D) Headers. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Parenthetical citations. 16. A good research paper will have sentences with a variety of different lengths. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 17. Hypothesis must have ..... A) Measurement. B) Applicability. C) Testability. D) Durability. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Testability. 18. Research conducted in class room atmosphere is called A) Empirical Research. B) Field Study. C) Laboratory Research. D) Surveyy. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Laboratory Research. 19. Which of the following research methodologies is best suited for studying the levels of student performance based on teaching strategies? A) Qualitative Research. B) Descriptive Research. C) Quantitative Research. D) Observational Research. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Quantitative Research. 20. To have a good final paper, you must do what with your rough drafts? A) Proofread and edit. B) Color the edges of the paper. C) Use expensive, high quality paper. D) Have a flashy cover. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Proofread and edit. 21. Which of the following should generally be avoided in a research paper title? A) Independent and dependent variables. B) Specific key terms related to the study. C) Abbreviations and acronyms. D) Mention of technology or process used. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Abbreviations and acronyms. 22. Which section of a research report provides a summary of the entire study, including the purpose, methodology, and findings? A) Abstract. B) Introduction. C) Conclusion. D) Literature Review. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Abstract. 23. Which section of the research paper where the degrees of the panel of examiners are stated? A) Contents. B) Approval Sheet. C) Acknowledgement. D) Title Page. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Approval Sheet. 24. Which of the following essential parts of the introduction cites the specific benefits one can get from the findings of the research report? A) Brief Background. B) Literature Review. C) Objective of the Study. D) Significance of the Study. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Significance of the Study. 25. What are the 3 parts of a research report? A) Abstract, Thesis Statement, Conclusion. B) Introduction, Body, Conclusion. C) Research Questions, Result, Recommendations. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Introduction, Body, Conclusion. 26. Checking the content of my paragraphs for appropriate length and detail is part of this process: A) Proofreading. B) Revising. C) Outlining. D) Drafting. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Revising. 27. The bibliography lists all the sources in alphabetical order by the: A) Date of publication. B) Publishing company. C) Author's last name. D) Title of source. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Author's last name. 28. True or False:Words and phrases such as because, as a result, and so help readers connect related ideas in expository writing A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 29. Imagine you're on a quest for knowledge! What's the first thing you need to do when you want to research something, just like Colin, Alexa, and Skye? A) A. Identify the topic. B) B. Call your friends. C) C. Read every book in the library. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A. Identify the topic. 30. Whatis the left-isde margin of the research paper? A) 2.5". B) 1.0". C) 1.5 ". D) 2.0". Show Answer Correct Answer: A) 2.5". 31. Research method is a part of ..... A) Research Techniques. B) Research Methodology. C) Problem. D) Experiment. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Research Methodology. 32. It is a list of works on a subject or by an author that were used or consulted to write a research paper. A) Review of Related Literature. B) Bibliography. C) Definition of Terms. D) Title Page. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Bibliography. 33. It explains the research design, data collection methods, and analysis techniques used in the study. A) Discussion. B) Conclusion. C) Title. D) Methodology. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Methodology. 34. IT IS A RELEVANT RESEARCH IN THE AREA A) LITERARY REVIEW. B) INTRODUCTION. C) RESULT. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) LITERARY REVIEW. 35. The first step in writing a good research report is to: A) Make note cards. B) Decide the main ideas. C) Write an outline. D) Choose your topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Choose your topic. 36. What should be the length of each body paragraph in a research report? A) At least five sentences. B) At least seven sentences. C) At least ten sentences. D) At least three sentences. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) At least three sentences. 37. Hey Kolten, Hannah, and Nora! What should you use to hold the report together? A) String. B) Tape. C) A binder or a staple/paper clip. D) Glue. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A binder or a staple/paper clip. 38. What should be considered when writing a research report? A) Quotations and footnotes. B) Physical appearance of the report. C) All of the above. D) Language of academic writing. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) All of the above. 39. What should be the point of view in a research report? A) No specific point of view. B) Third person. C) Second person. D) First person. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Third person. 40. When taking notes on your topic, the best way to find specific information in a book is to: A) Look at the cover of the book. B) Look at the index and/or table of contents. C) Look at the title page. D) Look at the copyright page. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Look at the index and/or table of contents. 41. Jose is writing a report on careers. Where could he go to find the MOST recent information? A) The world wide web. B) An atlas. C) A dictionary. D) An almanac. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The world wide web. 42. C. It brings lots of solutions to the problems raised in the report A) By using survey questionnaires. B) It brings lots of solutions to the problems raised in the report. C) It brings lots of solutions to the problems raised in the report. D) By using end notes or foot notes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It brings lots of solutions to the problems raised in the report. 43. Which is not included in the appendix of a research report? A) The sampling strategy used. B) Instrument used for data collection. C) Copy of survey questionnaire. D) Interview manuscripts. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Interview manuscripts. 44. What is the simplest method of presenting data in scientific research? A) Pictograph. B) Tabular. C) Textual. D) Graphical. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Tabular. 45. If the audience for your research report is a group of second graders, how would you need to write your report? A) Using lots of specialized vocabulary. B) Using shorter sentences and simpler words. C) Using scientific language. D) Using only pictures. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Using shorter sentences and simpler words. 46. These are found at the end of a research paper that contain supplementary information. They can include raw data, interview transcripts, tables, figures, and more. A) Appendices. B) Conclusion. C) Methodology. D) Discussion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Appendices. 47. THREE MAIN DIVISION OF RESEARCH REPORT A) PRELIMINARYBODYSUPPLEMENTARY. B) OPENINGBODYCONCLUSION. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) PRELIMINARYBODYSUPPLEMENTARY. 48. An abstract for an engineering paper usually contains: A) Objectives, methodology, results, and conclusion. B) References and citations. C) Detailed equations and figures. D) Only general background of the study. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Objectives, methodology, results, and conclusion. 49. Glossary is the list of references used in making the research. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) FALSE. 50. The Analysis section of a research paper should: A) Replace the abstract with a summary of findings. B) Apply statistical, computational, or mathematical methods to interpret the data. C) Only repeat results from previous studies. D) Just describe the data without any processing. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Apply statistical, computational, or mathematical methods to interpret the data. 51. In the results section of a research report, which of the following is most important to include? A) Future research suggestions. B) A detailed explanation of the methodology used. C) Statistical analysis of the data. D) Personal opinions about the data. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Statistical analysis of the data. 52. Which information would be included in a table of contents? A) CC. B) Sincerely. C) Dear Mr. Jean. D) Chapter 4. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Chapter 4. 53. Which part of the paper that discusses what the paper is all about? A) The title. B) The abstract. C) The introduction. D) The table of contents. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The introduction. 54. What should be the line spacing after the title in an unbound report? A) Quadruple. B) Triple. C) Single. D) Double. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Quadruple. 55. When crafting a strong introduction for a research paper, which element is essential to include? A) A detailed explanation of the research methods. B) A clear thesis statement outlining the main argument. C) A summary of every source that will be used. D) A list of all possible distractions related to the topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A clear thesis statement outlining the main argument. 56. Parenthetical Citations appear in A) The Works Cited page. B) The conclusion. C) The text evidence. D) The body of the research essay. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The body of the research essay. 57. It is an act of listing down as many ideas as you can think of. A) CONCEPT MAPPING. B) SKETCHING. C) LISTING/BRAINSTORMING. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) LISTING/BRAINSTORMING. 58. What should be included in the Conclusion section of a research report? A) Quotations and footnotes. B) Physical appearance of the report. C) Recommendations for future research. D) Related literature. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Recommendations for future research. 59. Research writing follows a systematic process. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 60. Why is it important to mention limitations in the Discussion section? A) To make the research look weaker. B) To suggest areas for improvement and future work. C) To reduce the credibility of results. D) To shorten the paper. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To suggest areas for improvement and future work. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesResearch Report Writing Quiz 1Research Report Writing Quiz 2Research Report Writing Quiz 4Research Report Writing Quiz 5Research Report Writing Quiz 6Academic Paragraph Review QuizAcademic Vocabulary QuizAcademic Writing Conventions And Practices Quiz 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books