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A credit given to an author for his or her work is called a(n)

citation.

evaluation.

permission.

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Which examples are credible sources that could be used for an essay on the environment? Check all that apply.

a website for a federal environmental agency

a website run by a non-profit organization

an article for an online wiki encyclopedia

a blog by a child who’s interested in nature

a video game that features animal characters

a paper on the environment by a university professor

Which statement best describes an online source that is credible?

It is believed to be factual or true by most people.

It provides information that is interesting or fun.

It is older and more well known than other sources.

It is complicated and often difficult to understand.

Which scenario describes a student citing an online source in his or her work?

Steven takes notes on all the facts and details a source provides.

Marta studies a source carefully to see whether or not it is credible.

David sends a letter to the owner of a source to ask if he can quote it.

Ling includes the name of a source’s author in her report.

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