composition

Inquiry Question

 The answer to the research question turns into your thesis statement/claim.  Multiple and different sources and perspectives are needed to answer the question

(not just a yes or no question. Bad example: Is the sky blue?).

 Often a good inquiry will lead you to good research – everything will fit into a broad question, which is not helpful for research (needs to be focused on a specific issue. Bad example: Google search for “dogs.” Not as bad example: Google search for “What are the long-term health effects of tooth decay in Maltepeke-Yorkie puppies?”).

 To brainstorm and develop: what are your hobbies and interests? What’s your major (potential) and why do you care about it? What matters to you?