Activity: Evaluate a News Article

Of course, in doing research, you may also come across sources published in popular journals or newspapers like the New York Times! Let's explore this article: Yes, MSG, the Secret Behind the Savor. Links to an external site.

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Clicking on the author's name will lead you to their staff profile Links to an external site. on the New York Times website.

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Looking Deeper

Let's take a closer look at this source's details shared article link (Links to an external site.), including author(s), publisher, and the type of source.

Author(s): Staff Reporter, Times Food
Type of Source: Newspaper/Popular Journal
Journal Name: New York Times

With this information we can review our guiding questions to determine if this source is trustworthy. Click next.