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Research Vocabulary
Vocabulary words for Research Unit
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Bibliography | An organized list of sources used in a research paper. It is organized alphabetically by the author's last name. |
| Plagiarism | Representing someone else's words, either on purpose or through carelessness, as your own work. |
| Research | Finding facts and information about a particular topic. Common places to find this information are books, newspapers, magazines, television programs, the internet, and reference books. |
| Research/Informational Writing | Non-fiction writing based upon facts and information. |
| Thesis Statement | A "power statement" that tells the reader what the research paper is about and why it is an important topic. |