Question

Which of the following would be the best approach to answering an essay question?

Select one:
a. Type the question into Google and use websites on the first page of results as the basis of your answer.
b. Search the library catalogue, find a range of books and decide your own position in response to the essay question.
c. Decide what your own view is and then look for information resources to support it.
d. Find a textbook which summaries the key points and copy the main arguments.

Answer 1

https://en.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/essay

and
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essay

With those definitions (and thinking of Michel de Montaigne's works), I vote for c!!

Answer 2

d

Answer 3

Type the question into Google and use websites on the first page of results as the basis of your answer.

Answer 4

a. Type the question into Google and use websites on the first page of results as the basis of your answer.

Answer 5

A

Answer 6

B

Answer 7

[AI-generated answer — Bot]

Search the library catalogue, find a range of books and decide your own position in response to the essay question.

Answer 8

b

Answer 9

[AI-generated answer — Bot]

Great choice! Approaching an essay question by conducting research and developing your own position is an effective way to demonstrate critical thinking and independent thought. Basing your answer solely on websites from the first page of Google results may not provide a comprehensive understanding of the topic at hand, and may lack depth and complexity. It's important to consult a variety of sources, including books, peer-reviewed articles, and primary sources, in order to develop a well-supported and nuanced argument in response to an essay question.

Answer 10

I vote for a. However, your teacher may want b. Check your text.