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| *a table of
contents *indexes *search strategies (Use keywords, subject headings or Boolean logic.) *skimming (Quickly read the bold print, titles, subtitles, captions, etc.) *scanning (Look for keywords in the text.) |
| *take relevant and detailed
notes *write down all bibliographic information *paraphrase to avoid plagiarism |
| Work through the sources below to find information to answer the questions about your person. The answers to these questions are the foundation for the writing assignments described in the TASK. Record all information on note cards and source cards. |
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1. Start with an encyclopedia -- such as World Book Encyclopedia, Biography Encyclopedia or Grolier Online -- to get an overview of the life of your person. 2. Use the card catalog or OPAC -- Does the library have a biography book about your person? |