π Topic Summary
Research questions are the driving force behind any investigation. They help you focus your learning and dig deeper into a topic. For sixth graders, mastering this skill means better comprehension, clearer writing, and a love for exploring new ideas. Learning to craft effective research questions transforms passive reading into active discovery, sparking curiosity and improving overall academic performance.
π§ Part A: Vocabulary
Match the term to its definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Hypothesis |
A. The process of gathering information about a topic |
| 2. Inquiry |
B. A testable explanation for a phenomenon |
| 3. Credible |
C. Worthy of belief or trust |
| 4. Relevant |
D. Closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand |
| 5. Source |
E. A place, person, or thing from which something comes or can be obtained |
Match the correct pairs:
- π 1 - B
- π‘ 2 - A
- π 3 - C
- π 4 - D
- π§ͺ 5 - E
βοΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the paragraph using the words: research, questions, investigate, comprehension, topic.
Good __________ starts with asking good __________. These guide your __________ and improve your overall __________. Choosing the right __________ is also very important.
- π Good research starts with asking good questions
- π‘ These guide your investigate and improve your overall comprehension
- π Choosing the right topic is also very important
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine you are researching the impact of social media on teenagers. Write one open-ended research question that you could use to guide your investigation.
- π‘ How does social media usage affect the mental well-being of teenagers?