Week 4: CRAAP Test 1

Question 2

Which question best evaluates the Currency of a source?

A. Who is the author of the information?

B. When was the information published or posted?

C. What is the purpose of the information?

D. Is the information free from bias?

Answer 2

B

Question 3

If you are writing a research paper, which of the following is least important when evaluating the Relevance of a source?

A. Author’s purpose

B. Intended audience

C. Relation to your topic

D. Currency of the information

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Fill-in-the-Blank (Authority)

In evaluating Authority, look for the author’s __________ or organizational affiliation.

Answer 4

Credentials

Question 5

Fill-in-the-Blank (Accuracy)

When assessing Accuracy, it’s essential to determine if the information is supported by

Answer 5

evidence

Question 6

Column-Matching (CRAAP Components)

Answer 6

Currency - B
Relevance - A
Authority - C
Accuracy - D
Purpose - E

Question 7

Why is it important to understand the Purpose behind a source?

Answer 7

Understanding the purpose helps reveal if the source aims to inform, persuade, sell, or entertain, which can affect its objectivity and credibility.

Question 8

Which of the following questions best helps detect bias in a source?

A. Has the information been updated recently?

B. Who is the intended audience?

C. What are the author’s credentials?

D. Does the author use emotional or charged language?

Answer 8

D

Question 9

Fill-in-the-Blank (Relevance)

When evaluating Relevance, it’s important to consider if the source is at an appropriate __________ for your understanding and needs.

Answer 9

Answer: level

Question 10

Column-Matching (Purpose & Bias)

Answer 10

Does the point of view appear objective? - A

Is the information supported by evidence? - B

Who is the intended audience? - C

Is the information current? - D

Who is the author? - E

Question 11

Drag-and-Drop (CRAAP Component Questions)

Answer 11

Has the information been revised or updated? - Currency

Is the information free from bias? - Purpose

Does the author have qualifications in the field? - Authority

Can you verify information in another source? - Accuracy

Does this relate directly to your topic? - Relevance

Question 12

Why is contact information important in evaluating the Authority of a source?

Answer 12

Contact information, such as an email or publisher, indicates transparency and accountability, making it easier to verify the author’s credibility.