On Research Contexts: Checking Your Understanding

1. Question 8.9

   In what context does Patrick Bahls say you should situate your research?

   A.

   in the context of your teacher’s assignment

   B.

   in the context of your thesis

   C.

   in the context of what others have done

   D.

   in the context of what you’re trying to say

2. Question 8.10

   How does Bahls propose that you place your work in this context?

   A.

   with quotes from other experts

   B.

   with a substantial literature review

   C.

   with supporting paragraphs

   D.

   with reference to your syllabus

3. Question 8.11

   Why does Bahls suggest reviewing what’s been said by experts on the topic of your research?

   A.

   to understand what they’ve said about what you’re working on

   B.

   to avoid repeating what other people have already said

   C.

   to get a good thesis idea

   D.

   to find useful citations

4. Question 8.12

   What does Bahls say you should do once you have an idea of the research that has come before you?

   A.

   check in with your instructor

   B.

   do additional research—you can’t do too much

   C.

   make an outline

   D.

   form some ideas about how you will build on that work

5. Question 8.13

   What happens when you are finished exploring past research?

   A.

   You can start writing your paper.

   B.

   You can start playing with numbers.

   C.

   You have to revise your thesis.

   D.

   You have to check in with your instructor.