Question

Rico opened his laptop and began his Internet search. He recalled with frustration the "B–” he had earned on his last research paper. His teacher told him that the online encyclopedia he had quoted was "not sufficient research.” Luckily, his librarian had provided a list of reliable research websites for this assignment. Rico reached into his backpack and pulled out his social studies notebook. The assignment sheet read "Departments of the US Government,” and a variety of websites ending in ".gov” were listed on the back.
Which of these predictions is best supported by the information provided?

I think Rico will read an online encyclopedia because he has used that source in the past.
I think Rico will consult a number of websites because his librarian provided a list.
I think Rico will earn a “B–” because his teacher often gives students that grade.
I think Rico will be unable to find information on the Internet because his topic is challenging.

Answer 1

Answer: B. I think Rico will consult a number of websites because his librarian provided a list.

Explanation:

Rico is unhappy that he was only able to earn a B- in his last paper due to him using an online encyclopaedia that the teacher did not consider to be sufficient.

For this assignment therefore, he will consult a number of more reliable websites that his librarian provided for him in the hopes that this time he can get a higher grade and not be marked down due to his research source.