Geography, dates, location, gender & age are just a few of the ways you can narrow your research topic. We recommend starting with one of these resources:
This Keyword tutorial from Auburn University is described as:
This resource is intended for those who need to search a library database in order to find sources for research and writing activities.
Learning outcomes:
Recognize that the careful selection of keywords can help focus your research
Apply strategies to select relevant keywords and synonyms for your own research
What type of information do you need?
What type of source(s) match(es) that need?
What format of source(s) match(es) that need?
What can you tell about how a source was made?
Does this help you decide if it is useful to you?
Does your project's format match that need?
What assumptions/judgments do you make about the source based on the format?
What does your project's format tell you about the information you are creating?