🔍 Part 1: Research Mythbusters

Instructions: Read each statement below. Decide if it's TRUE or FALSE by ticking the correct box.

1. Wikipedia is always a reliable source for academic research.

TRUE

FALSE

2. You should always check at least 3 different sources when researching a topic.

TRUE

FALSE

3. The first website that appears on Google is always the most accurate.

TRUE

FALSE

4. It's okay to copy and paste information without citing the source.

TRUE

FALSE

5. Government websites (.govt.nz) are generally more reliable than personal blogs.

TRUE

FALSE

6. You should check when a website was last updated before using it for research.

TRUE

FALSE

💭 Part 2: Explain Your Thinking

Instructions: Pick two statements from Part 1 and briefly explain why you chose TRUE or FALSE.

7. Statement number: _____
I chose this answer because:

8. Statement number: _____
I chose this answer because:

9. List 3 things you should look for to check if a website is reliable:

• _________________________________

10. What does "citing your sources" mean?