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1. What is the main benefit of maintaining vertical files in a library?
a.Lending books
b.Cataloging books
c.Organizing events
d.Providing quick access to miscellaneous information
2. What is the main source for searching relevant documents in a library?
a.Library catalogues.
b.Library events
c.Library policies
d.Library staff
3. What is the goal of user education in libraries?
a.To lend books to users
b.To organize library events
c.To catalog books
d.To equip users with knowledge on using the library effectively
4. What is a key characteristic of public libraries?
a.Open to all and generally supported by taxes
b.Contains only rare books
c.Accessible only to researchers
d.Privately funded
5. What is the role of tertiary sources of information?
a.To act as pointers to primary and secondary sources
b.To present original materials and discoveries
c.To provide first-hand accounts of events
d.To interpret and analyze primary sources
6. What is the oldest existing library in China called?
a.Nineveh Library
b.Ugarit Library
c.Jesuit College Library
d.Tianyi Chamber Library
7. What is a reference service ?
a.Lending books to users
b.Cataloging books in the library
c.Organizing library events
d.Personal assistance given by reference personnel to library users
8. What is the main difference between Current awareness Service (CAS) and Selective Dissemination of information (SDI) services?
a.CAS is a personalized service; SDI is not
b.CAS is for general information; SDI is personalized
c.CAS is for cataloging; SDI is for lending
d.CAS involves borrowing books; SDI does not
9. Why is it important to redefine your chosen topic during a literature search?
a.To include more primary sources
b.To ensure it is not too broad
c.To make it longer
10. What is a delayed open access journal?
a.A journal that is always freely accessible
b.A journal that restricts all access
c.A journal only available to paid subscribers
d.A subscription-based journal providing free access after an embargo period
11. How should articles be grouped after skimming them?
a.By length
b.By the author\’s last name
c.By categories such as topics and subtopics
d.By price
12. Which classification scheme uses a mixed notation of letters and numbers?
a.Library of Congress Classification
b.Dewey Decimal Classification
c.Bliss Classification
d.Colon Classification
13. What distinguishes SAGE journals in terms of access?
a.They are exclusively available through subscription
b.They are only available in printed format
c.They support both gold open access publication and green open access archiving
d.They focus only on physical sciences
14. What type of resources should be identified for a literature review?
a.Only secondary resources
b.Only primary resources
c.Print, electronic, primary, secondary, and tertiary resources….
d.Only electronic resources
15. Which of the following is an advantage of an online catalogue?
a.It requires no training to use
b.It provides rapid search capabilities
c.It cannot be accessed from remote locations
d.It is very difficult to update
16. Which type of catalogue is known for its ease of use and portability?
a.Book catalogue
b.Online catalogue
c.Microform catalogue
d.Card catalogue
17. What is the largest abstract and citation database of peer-reviewed literature?
a.Scopus.
b.ERIC
c.JSTOR
d.HINARI
18. The term “audience” in writing refers to:
Question 1Answer
a.b) The writer’s personal opinions
b.c) The length of the essay
c.d) The structure of the paragraphs
d.a) The intended readers of the essay
19. Coherence refers to:
a.d) The use of passive voice
b.c) The variety of vocabulary used
c.b) The length of sentences
d.a) The logical flow of ideas
20. What does “unity” in a paragraph mean?
a.a) All sentences relate to the topic sentence
b.c) The paragraph is free of errors
c.b) All paragraphs have the same number of sentences
d.d) The paragraph is written in the first person
21. Which of the following is an essential part of the writing process?
a.c) Researching
b.d) Both a and c
c.b) Skimming
d.a) Outlining
22. An effective introduction in an essay should:
a.b) Start with a thesis statement
b.d) Summarize the entire essay
c.c) Capture the reader’s interest
d.a) Provide detailed examples
23. The purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph is to:
a.a) Summarize the entire essay
b.c) Provide a counterargument
c.d) Conclude the paragraph
d.b) Introduce the main idea of the paragraph
24. Which of the following is an example of a descriptive writing technique?
Question 7Answer
a.a) Comparing two objects
b.b) Using sensory details.
c.c) Arguing a point
d.d) Listing steps in a process
25. A cause-and-effect essay primarily focuses on:
a.c) Telling a story
b.d) Comparing two subjects
c.a) Describing a process
d.b) Explaining reasons and results
26. Which of the following is an example of a transitional phrase?
a.b) In my opinion
b.c) Nevertheless
c.d) Both a and c
d.a) But
27. What is the purpose of reservation services in a library?
a.To keep heavily used materials in a restricted area
b.To catalog books
c.To organize library events
d.To lend books to users
28. What is the main difference between Current awareness Service (CAS) and Selective Dissemination of information (SDI) services?
a.CAS is for general information; SDI is personalized
b.CAS is for cataloging; SDI is for lending
c.CAS involves borrowing books; SDI does not
d.CAS is a personalized service; SDI is not
29. What does the Latin word “Liber” mean?
a.Archive
b.Library
c.Shelf
d.Book
30. What is a reference service ?
a.Lending books to users
b.Cataloging books in the library
c.Organizing library events
d.Personal assistance given by reference personnel to library users
31. Which library is known for supporting academic programs of its parent institution?
a.School Libraries
b.Research Libraries
c.Public Libraries
d.Academic Libraries
32. Which type of query involves asking specific questions like “What is the population of Ghana?
a.Ready/quick reference question
b.Research Questions
c.Directional
d.Search Questions
33. What is the main benefit of maintaining vertical files in a library?
a.Cataloging books
b.Lending books
c.Providing quick access to miscellaneous information
d.Organizing events
34. What does the library staff do in conjunction with academic staff for user education?
a.Lend books
b.Organize events
c.Catalog books
d.Provide a series of topics for instruction
35. What is the goal of user education in libraries?
a.To catalog books
bTo lend books to users
c.To equip users with knowledge on using the library effectively
d.To organize library events
36. What are open access journals?
a.Journals that are available only in print
b.Journals restricted to specific institutions
c.Digitized materials offered freely for education and research
d.Journals that require subscription fees
37. Which of the following is an advantage of an online catalogue?
a.It is very difficult to update
b.It requires no training to use
c.It provides rapid search capabilities
d.It cannot be accessed from remote locations
38. What is the largest abstract and citation database of peer-reviewed literature?
a.JSTOR
b.Scopus
c.ERIC
d.HINARI
39. Which of the following is a disadvantage of a microform catalogue?
a.New bibliographic records cannot be inserted easily
b.It is compact and portable
c.It is very common
d.It is easy to use
40. What should be documented to find good descriptors during a literature search?
a.Titles and abstracts
b.The number of pages in each article
c.Article prices
d.Author biographies
41. What is an example of a hybrid open access journal?
a.A journal with no online presence
b.A journal with only subscription-based access
c.A journal that only publishes print editions
d.A subscription-based journal with some open access articles
42. Which type of catalogue is known for its ease of use and portability?
a.Book catalogue
b.Microform catalogue
c.Card catalogue
d.Online catalogue
43. Which classification scheme uses a mixed notation of letters and numbers?
a.Library of Congress Classification
b. Bliss Classification
c.Dewey Decimal Classification
d.Colon Classification
44. What is the main focus of PubMed/Medline?
a.Social sciences
b.Engineering and technology
c.Medical and health-related references
d.Business and economics
45. What is the main focus of PubMed/Medline?
a.Social sciences
b.Engineering and technology
c.Medical and health-related references
d.Business and economics
46. What should be done for in-text citations in Harvard style if there are more than three authors?
a.Use the first author’s full name and year
b.Omit author names and use the title and year
c.Include all authors’ last names and year
d.Use the first author’s last name followed by et al. and year
47. What should be done for in-text citations in Harvard style if there are more than three authors?
a.Use the first author’s full name and year
b.Omit author names and use the title and year
c.Include all authors’ last names and year
d.Use the first author’s last name followed by et al. and year
48. Which sensory method is recommended for effective learning ?
a.Double strength learning: Seeing, saying
b.Triple strength learning: Seeing, saying, hearing
c.Quadruple strength learning: Seeing, saying, hearing, writing
d.Single strength learning: Seeing
49. Why might plagiarism involving public domain works not be considered copyright infringement?
a.Public domain works cannot be used commercially
b.Public domain works are not protected by copyright law
c.Plagiarism is only applicable to works with active copyright
d.Plagiarism is always a form of copyright infringement
50. What is the relationship between plagiarism and copyright infringement?
a.Similar in scope and application
b.Identical concepts
c.Often overlap but have distinct legal and ethical bases
d.Completely unrelated
51. What formatting rule applies to titles of articles or chapters in APA style?
a.Capitalize the first word and proper nouns only
b.Capitalize all words in the title
c.Do not capitalize any words in the title
d.Italicize the entire title
52. Which statement about referencing styles is TRUE?
a.Referencing styles are primarily for authors\’ recognition
b.There is no need to cite sources in academic writing
c.Harvard style is the only accepted format worldwide
d.Different disciplines and institutions may adopt different styles
53. What is a recommended strategy for interpreting exam questions well?
a.Taking time to understand all components
b.Rushing through them quickly
c.Using random guessing
d.Ignoring question details
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What kind of questions cannot be met by one single reference source in the library?
• Search questions
Which catalog is a file of cards usually in catalog cabinets showing the users the libraryâe™s collections?
• Card catalogue
What sources of information are diaries, letters, print speeches, patents, and photographs?
Primary Source
What is the full meaning of SDI?
• Selective Dissemination of Information
Where can the oldest existing library be found?
•China
In analyzing the literature, what is the first thing to do?
• First skim each article
Which catalog lists bibliographic records in alphabetical order by various entries on pages of a book?
• Book catalogue
Which service entails when users request for a translation of information materials needed from English to other language(s) that users can comprehend?
•Translation Service
What kind of question requires comprehensive reference sources to provide a literature review?
• Research questions
What sources of information are textbooks, biographical works, and commentaries?
• Secondary source
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Which catalog lists bibliographic records in alphabetical order by various entries on pages of a book?
• Book catalogue
Which is the most efficient of all the catalogs?
• ОPАС
What is the first daily task of the circulation department?
•Shelving of all books consulted by library users the previous day.
Where are the library users usually advised to leave consulted books?
• On the reading tables and in the carrels.
What is the full meaning of OPAC?
• Online Public Access Catalogue
Which libraries serve an identified group of users with common (and special) interests?
• Research/Special libraries
Which libraries serve an identified group of users with common (and special) interests?
• Research/Special libraries
What are digitized materials offered freely and openly for educators, students, and self-learners to use and reuse for teaching, learning,g, and research?
•Open Educational Resources
Which is the most efficient of all the catalogs?
•OPAC
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What is a systematic search for knowledge and information contained in resources of the library on a topic or theme?
•Literature search
What can full courses, courseware, content modules, learning objects, collections, and Journals be categorized as?
• Learning content
Which type of query involves a reader questing for a specific location within the library?
© Directional
What is an organized collection of resources made accessible to a defined community for reference or borrowing?
© Library
What is the main source for searching for relevant documents, either by author, title, or subject entries?
• The library catalogue
What kind of questions cannot be met by one single reference source in the library?
• Search questions
What is a critical analysis of related literature to the research topic?
• Literature review
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Which process provides a user with relevant resources for the research?
• Literature identification
Where can the oldest non-personal library on the North American continent be found?
• Jesuit College in Quebec City
Which is the most efficient of all the catalogs?
• OPAC
Which catalogue is a file of cards usually in a catalogue cabinet showing the users the libraryae™s collections?
• Card catalogue
What is the role of tertiary sources of information?
.To act as pointers to primary and secondary sources
What is the main benefit of maintaining vertical files in a library?
.Providing quick access to miscellaneous information
What is the goal of user education in libraries?
.To equip users with knowledge on using the library effectively
What is the oldest existing library in China called?
.Tianyi Chamber Library
What does the Latin word “Liber” mean?
.Book
Why is it important to keep statistics of user queries in the
.To understand the nature of queries and prepare for future inquiries
Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?
.Biographical works
Which library is known for supporting the academic programs of its parent institution?
.Academic Libraries
What was one of the purposes of the early libraries in Ugarit and Nineveh?
.Showing a library classification system
What does the library staff do in conjunction with academic staff for user education?
.Provide a series of topics for instruction
What type of reference query involves asking for a specific location within the library?
a.Search Questions
b.Research Questions
c.Ready/quick reference question
d.Directional
Which type of query involves asking specific questions like “What is the population of Ghana?
a.Directional
b.Search Questions
c.Research Questions
d.Ready/quick reference question
What does the Latin word “Liber” mean?
a.Shelf
b.Book
c.Archive
d.Library
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What is a key characteristic of public libraries?
a.Contains only rare books
b.Privately funded
c.Open to all and generally supported by taxes
d.Accessible only to researchers
Which of the following is NOT a format commonly found in a library?
a.Manuscripts
b.E-books
c.DVDs
d.Real estate documents
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What is the main difference between Current Awareness Service (CAS) and Selective Dissemination of information (SDI) services?
a.CAS involves borrowing books; SDI does not
b.CAS is for cataloging; SDI is for lending
c.CAS is for general information; SDI is personalized
d.CAS is a personalized service; SDI is not
What is the goal of user education in libraries?
a.To organize library events
b.To lend books to users
c.To equip users with knowledge on using the library effectively
d.To catalog books
What was one of the purposes of the early libraries in Ugarit and Nineveh?
a.Lending books to the public
b.Showing a library classification system
c.Providing internet access
d.Hosting community events
What is the main objective of Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI)?
a.To organize library events
b.To lend books to users
c.To catalog books
d.To provide users with information that promotes their research and daily activities
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What is the purpose of reservation services in a library?
a.To organize library events
b.To keep heavily used materials in a restricted area
c.To catalog books
d.To lend books to users
What type of resources should be identified for a literature review?
a.Print, electronic, primary, secondary, and tertiary resources
b.Only electronic resources
c.Only secondary resources
d.Only primary resources
What is the first law of library science?
a.Books are for use
b.Save the time of the reader
c.Every reader his book
d.Library is a growing organization
Which question is NOT typically considered when developing a literature review?
a.Who are the significant research personalities in this area?
b.What is the budget for the research?
c.What is known about the subject?
d.Are there any gaps in the knowledge of the subject?
What should be documented to find good descriptors during a literature search?
a.Titles and abstracts
b.The number of pages in each article
c.Article prices
d.Author Biographies
Why is it important to redefine your chosen topic during a literature search?
a.To include more primary sources
b.To ensure it is not too broad
c.To make it longer
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What is an example of a hybrid open-access journal?
a.A journal with only subscription-based access
b.A subscription-based journal with some open-access articles
c.A journal that only publishes print editions
d.A journal with no online presence
Which type of catalog is known for its ease of use and portability?
a.Online catalogue
b.Book catalogue
c.Card catalogue
d.Microform catalogue
What is the primary purpose of Open Educational Resources (OER)?
a.For non-commercial use by educators, students, and self-learners
b.To generate profit from educational materials
c.To sell educational software
d.To restrict access to educational content
What is the relationship between plagiarism and copyright infringement?
a.Identical concepts
b.Often overlap but have distinct legal and ethical bases
c.Completely unrelated
d.Similar in scope and application
What is one requirement for the interface design of digital libraries?
a.High cost of development
b.Only accessible to library staff
c.Human-centered and user-friendly
d.Difficult to understand and learn
What is the correct sequence for arranging references in the APA reference list?
a.Chronologically by publication date
b.According to the length of the citation
c.By citation popularity
When citing a source within another source (secondary citation) in APA style, what should appear in the reference list?
a.Only the original source
b.Only the secondary source
c.Both the original and secondary sources
d.Neither source needs to be cited
What is recommended regarding past exam papers?
a.Avoid practicing with them
b.Only use them if time permits
c.Use them for practice and familiarization
d.Ignore their format and structure
According to APA style, how should journal titles and book titles be formatted in the reference list?
a.Capitalized
b.Underlined
c.Italicized
d.Bolded
Under what circumstances could a person have permission to use a work but still commit plagiarism?
a.When using a purchased essay with permission
b.When using works in the public domain
c.When using works created by a corporation
d.When using copyrighted material under fair use
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What is a recommended strategy for interpreting exam questions well?
a.Ignoring question details
b.Using random guessing
c.Rushing through them quickly
d.Taking time to understand all components
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What is the role of tertiary sources of information?
.To act as pointers to primary and secondary sources
What is the main benefit of maintaining vertical files in a library?
.Providing quick access to miscellaneous information
What is the goal of user education in libraries?
.To equip users with knowledge on using the library effectively
What is the oldest existing library in China called?
.Tianyi Chamber Library
What does the Latin word “Liber” mean?
.Book
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Why is it important to keep statistics of user queries in the
.To understand the nature of queries and prepare for future inquiries
Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?
.Biographical works
Which library is known for supporting the academic programs of its parent institution?
.Academic Libraries
What was one of the purposes of the early libraries in Ugarit and Nineveh?
.Showing a library classification system
What does the library staff do in conjunction with academic staff for user education?
.Provide a series of topics for instruction
Which type of query involves asking specific questions like “What is the population of Ghana?
a.Search Questions
b.Research Questions
c.Directional
d.Ready/quick reference question
What is the main objective of a school library?
a.Provide research materials
b.Preserve rare books
c.Serve the general public
d.Serve the educational needs of pupils, students, and teachers
What is the role of tertiary sources of information?
a.To act as pointers to primary and secondary sources
b.To interpret and analyze primary sources
c.To present original materials and discoveries
d.To provide first-hand accounts of events
What type of reference query involves asking for a specific location within the library?
a.Research Questions
b.Directional
c.Ready/quick reference question
d.Search Questions
What is the main source for searching relevant documents in a library?
a.Library staff
b.Library events
c.Library policies
d.Library catalogues
What is a reference service?
a.Personal assistance given by reference personnel to library users
b.Cataloging books in the library
c.Lending books to users
d.Organizing library events
Which library is known for supporting the academic programs of its parent institution?
a.Academic Libraries
b.Research Libraries
c.Public Libraries
d.School Libraries
What is a key characteristic of public libraries?
a.Contains only rare books
b.Privately funded
c.Open to all and generally supported by taxes
d.Accessible only to researchers
Which education equips users with adequate knowledge of the use of the library?
• User education
What is an organized collection of resources made accessible to a defined community for reference or borrowing?
•Library
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Where can the oldest existing library be found?
China
Where are the library users usually advised to leave consulted books?
• On the reading tables and in the carrels.
Which catalog lists bibliographic records in alphabetical order by various entries on pages of a book?
• Book catalogue
Which service is the personal assistance given by the librarians to library users in search of information for their needed purpose?
a)Reference Service
What is the idea of a bookcase represented in Latin and Greek?
• Bibliotheca
Which catalog is a file of cards usually in a catalog cabinet showing the users the library collections?
• Card catalogue
What is the full meaning of OPAC?
• Online Public Access Catalogue
What sources of information are textbooks, biographical works, and commentaries?
• Secondary source
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