Advice on Selecting a Research Topic
The following conversation is between a student and a professor. The student is asking for advice on selecting a topic for a research paper.
Student: Hi, Professor. I'm having a bit of trouble deciding on a topic for my research paper. Do you have any suggestions?
Professor: Sure! It’s common to feel a little stuck at first. What are some areas or themes in our course that have interested you?
Student: I really liked the discussions we had on renewable energy, but I’m not sure how to narrow it down.
Professor: That’s a great starting point! Consider focusing on a specific type of renewable energy, like solar power or wind energy. You could analyze the benefits and challenges of that energy source in a particular region.
Student: That sounds interesting! I think I could do some good research on solar energy in California.
In this task, summarize the advice that the professor gives the student regarding choosing a research topic.
Note: This question has been adapted from its original format to accommodate a reading-based version. In the official TOEFL exam, speaking and listening sections require verbal responses and audio prompts, which are not represented here. Please note that this adaptation may not fully reflect the nature or difficulty of the official exam. The audio feature for these sections will be available soon.