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Grade 11 Research Writing Worksheet

This worksheet helps Grade 11 students practice key skills in research writing, including formulating research questions, evaluating sources, and understanding academic integrity.

Grade 11 ELA WritingNonfiction WritingResearch Writing
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2 Short AnswerMultiple ChoiceFill in the BlanksTrue / FalseWord Bank

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.7CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.8CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.9

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Grade 11 Research Writing Practice

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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful, detailed answers. This worksheet is designed to help you practice essential skills for effective research writing.

1. Consider the broad topic of 'The Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health.' Formulate three distinct research questions that are focused, arguable, and researchable.

a.  

b.  

c.  

2. Which of the following is the MOST reliable indicator that a source from the internet is credible for academic research?

a

It appears as the first result in a Google search.

b

The author uses strong, emotional language.

c

The article is published by a university press or a peer-reviewed journal.

d

It has many shares and likes on social media.

3. Complete the following statements about academic integrity in research writing.

a.   is presenting someone else's work or ideas as your own without proper acknowledgement.

b. To avoid plagiarism, always   all sources you use in your research paper.

c. When you put information from a source into your own words, you are  .

d. Using quotation marks around exact words from a source is called  .

4. Read the following paragraph. Then, write a possible thesis statement for a research paper that would logically follow this introduction. Your thesis should be clear, concise, and arguable.

The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has dramatically reshaped various sectors, from healthcare to finance, promising unprecedented efficiencies and innovations. However, as AI systems become more sophisticated and integrated into daily life, concerns about their ethical implications are growing. These concerns range from data privacy and algorithmic bias to job displacement and the potential for autonomous decision-making. Understanding these multifaceted ethical challenges is crucial for developing AI responsibly and ensuring its benefits are equitably distributed across society.

5. Indicate whether each statement about the research writing process is True or False.

a. It is always best to write your introduction before you begin any research.

T

True

F

False

b. A preliminary outline can help organize your research findings before drafting.

T

True

F

False

6. Use the words from the bank to complete the sentences below.

annotated bibliography
synthesis
primary source
counterargument

a. A diary entry from a historical figure is an example of a  .

b. When you combine information from multiple sources to form a new understanding, you are performing  .

c. An   includes a citation for each source followed by a brief summary and evaluation.

d. Addressing a   in your research paper can strengthen your own argument.