Questions to Avoid

or

Those questions which drive faculty crazy.

1. Does it have to be typed?
   
   
2. How many pages does it have to be?
   
   
3. How many sources do I need to have?
   
   
4. Should I .....(double space; use wide margins; use page numbers; have a cover sheet; etc.)?
   
   
5. Will you require (take your pick of items)?
   
   
6. Will we be graded on (take your pick)?
   
   
7. Do we need to take notes?
   
   
8. Do I need to make copies for everyone?
   
   
9. Can I turn it in late?
   
   
10. Is TV Guide a good source?
    
    
11. Can we put off the date?
    
    
12. When am I going to use this in the real world?
    
    
13. Should I buy...?
    
    
14. Is the test comprehensive?
    
    
15. Is the test objective?
    
    
16. Do we need to read...?
    
    
17. Do you mind if I miss class?
    
    
18. Are we going to do anything important in class today?
    
    
19. Can I use sources from before 1990?
    
    
20. Are books okay to include in my references?
    
    
21. Do we have to come to class on finals?
    
    
22. Do we need to use visual aids in our presentation?
    
    
23. Do you have the papers graded yet?
    
    
24. Can I use the first person?
    
    
25. It is not in Eastern's library, what do I do?
    
    
26. Do I have to do library research for my paper?
    
    
27. Do I have to use sources in my paper?