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- Do you know how to write a synopsis?

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Question 1

Why spend time on a synopsis?

A	It serves to ensure that my supervisor gets a clear picture of my proposed project and allows him or her to spot whether there are gaps or things that I have not taken into account.
B	It serves to ensure that my fellow students get a clear picture of my proposed project and allows them to give me an appropriate feedback before I meet my supervisor.

Question 1 Explanation:

You're right, the synopsis serves to ensure that my supervisor gets a clear picture of my proposed project and allows him or her to spot whether there are gaps or things that I have not taken into account.

Question 2

Most study programmes will require that you present a final synopsis before starting data collection but the first version of your synopsis for discussion with your supervisor…

A	… should not be an informal draft.
B	… is mostly considered to be loose thoughts

Question 2 Explanation:

You’re right; A carefully performed work creates respect and motivation and saves a lot of you and your supervisor’s time.

Question 3

What is a appropriate length for a synopsis?

A	1 page
B	2-5 pages
C	2-8 pages
D	4-10 pages

Question 3 Explanation:

Yes, the appropriate length for a synopsis is from 2-5 pages.

Question 4

How can you see if your methods are suitable?

A	They match the time line
B	They match the objectives
C	They match the problem formulation
D	They match the rationale

Question 4 Explanation:

Yes, your methods should match the objectives.

Question 5

What is the purpose of the rationale?

A	To describe methods that can be used to solve the problem
B	To describe the objectives and the problem
C	To describe the gaps in the state of knowledge
D	To explain why the problem is feasible to work with

Question 5 Explanation:

You're right, What is the purpose of the rationale is to describe the gaps in the state of knowledge.

Question 6

How many references should be cited in the synopsis?

A	Maximum 3
B	Minimum 3
C	Minimum 10
D	All the references you need for your thesis

Question 6 Explanation:

Yes, you should cite minimum three references in the synopsis?

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