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Why is it important to assess your research needs before beginning your search?
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What should you consider when critically evaluating your sources?
3.
What is the difference between propaganda and misinformation, and why are both
considered unethical?
4.
Explain the difference between primary and secondary sources and the benefits of each
one.
5.
Describe situations in which surveys and interviews would make effective research tools
for public speakers.
6.
Give one example each of a vague, leading, and loaded interview question.
7.
Provide three tips for how an interviewer can get off to a good start at the beginning of
an interview.
8.
Describe the dangers and benefits of using Wikipedia as a secondary source.
9.
What is a blog, and how might you use one as a speech source?
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