Which of the following are key attributes and skills for using literary research tools and techniques?
- A. An overview of the main online and print sources
- B. Not participating in online information networks
- C. Knowledge of online sources and the ability to evaluate them comparatively
- D. Using sources to locate material archives
- E. Peer-management technique
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Correct answer: C. A, C and D only
Explanation
Research training stresses knowing the major databases and catalogues (MLA International Bibliography, JSTOR), judging them critically and tracing archives. Shunning networks and 'peer management' are not research skills.
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