Week 6: Quiz – Capstone: Original Research

Let’s see what you remember from this week!

1) What distinguishes an original research thesis from a research summary? *

Length – a thesis is longer

A thesis makes a specific, arguable, evidence-supported claim that advances understanding; a summary reports what others have found

A thesis requires more footnotes

2) What does 'historiographical awareness' mean in academic historical writing? *

Knowing the exact dates of historical events

Understanding the scholarly conversation that has already happened about your topic – knowing what historian have argued and how your work relates to those arguments

Being able to spell historical terms correctly

3) What is the purpose of acknowledging limitations in your research? *

To make your work seem weaker

To demonstrate intellectual honesty, identify where further research is needed, and prevent readers from overinterpreting your conclusions.

To fill space in your paper