As you start your research, what information do you already know about your topic? What information would be useful to know? Encyclopedias and dictionaries are good sources to consult when you are at the beginning of your research and you are compiling the basics about your topic. Also, search the catalog for books on your topic that can provide a detailed history of it.
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Use keywords to find topic arguments in research tools.
Starting research question/topic: "How did the second World War impact gender roles and the family dynamic?"
Keywords: Second World War Gender Roles Family Dynamic
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World War II Gender Family
This is a great way to develop an initial search strategy where you pull out keywords from your starting thesis or question and can continue to refine them to best fit your needs and the databases you are using.
You are encouraged to fill out the keyword sheet to explore wording to describe your own topic as you begin your research.