Question

Truman has been assigned a research paper about school attendance laws. During his research, Truman comes across the following quote from an online website:

"It is unknown whether or not there is any rationalization for the compulsory attendance laws. The public views have been on a pendulum for years."

The quote comes from someone named Bessy Kiddo. Would this be a good source for Truman to use?

A.
Yes, because the quote mentions the topic.
B.
No, because the website is not a university website.
C.
No, because it is uncertain how credible the source is.
D.
Yes, because it lists the author's name.

Answer 1

C. No, because it is uncertain how credible the source is.

The quote is vague and opinion-based, the author's credentials and the site's reliability aren't established, and no evidence or references are provided—so it isn't a reliable scholarly source.