Question

Passage set- use the articles for the questions below.
Evaluating Sources and Credibility
Directions:
Read each passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

Passage Set 1
Source A – News Article
A recent city proposal suggests that building a new professional sports stadium could increase tourism and economic development. Supporters argue that visitors attending games will spend money at nearby restaurants, hotels, and retail stores. City officials believe the stadium could revitalize the downtown area and create new job opportunities.

Source B – Economic Study
An independent economic study found that publicly funded stadiums often provide limited economic growth for cities. According to the study, many stadiums simply shift entertainment spending rather than creating new revenue. Researchers concluded that public funds might produce greater economic benefits if invested in infrastructure, education, or public services.

What is the primary difference between Source A and Source B?(5 points)

Source A discusses tourism while Source B discusses sports teams

Source A supports stadium funding while Source B questions its economic impact

Source A focuses on athletes while Source B focuses on fans

Source A describes stadium construction while Source B describes tourism
Which source appears more credible for academic research?(5 points)

neither source is credible

both sources are equally credible

source a

source b
Which question would help determine the credibility of Source A?(5 points)

Who owns the newspaper?

Who wrote the article and what are their qualifications?

When was the stadium built and by whom?

How many pictures appear in the article and who took them?
Why should presenters of research adjust tone and pacing?(5 points)

To emphasize important points and engage the audience

To replace the need for visual aids

To avoid answering questions and to act like they know what they are doing

To shorten the presentation
Which element most strengthens a research presentation?(5 points)

Credible evidence supported by visuals

Personal opinions and anecdotes

long paragraphs on slides with effects

dramatic background music
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Answer 1

1) What is the primary difference between Source A and Source B?
- Source A supports stadium funding while Source B questions its economic impact

2) Which source appears more credible for academic research?
- Source B

3) Which question would help determine the credibility of Source A?
- Who wrote the article and what are their qualifications?

4) Why should presenters of research adjust tone and pacing?
- To emphasize important points and engage the audience

5) Which element most strengthens a research presentation?
- Credible evidence supported by visuals