Once you've decided on a topic, you should then identify keywords that you'll use while searching. People describe things differently, so you'll also want to write a list of synonyms for your keywords. When you've done that, you can start to look for general information about the topic. The best place to start is in a reference source.
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| A general summary of facts, definitions, histories, statistics, and more pertaining to a particular subject or subject area. | Dictionaries, Encylopaedias, Almanacs |
-You need a basic overview of a topic. -You want quick facts. -You want to better understand a topic, which may lead you to new pathways or subjects. |
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Background information on various topics, events, and people.
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