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

Answer 1

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

Explanation: Simply listing a name or mentioning the topic doesn't guarantee reliability. You'd want author credentials, citations, and a trustworthy publisher; absence of those makes the source questionable.