Freshman Seminar - Library Orientation

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A short quiz to see if you were paying attention!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What is the name of MSJ Library's online catalog?

    • A.

      Magic

    • B.

      Destiny

    • C.

      ProQuest

    • D.

      Suzanne Collins

    Correct Answer
    B. Destiny
    Explanation
    "Destiny" is our online catalog to search for books, DVDs, magazines, etc.
    You can click on the icon on the desktop at school, or go to http://destiny.msjnet.edu

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  • 2. 

    To find an item in the catalog, I can search by:

    • A.

      Keyword

    • B.

      Title

    • C.

      Author

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    D. All of the above
    Explanation
    Don't forget:
    Searching by keyword is a BROAD search.
    Searching by title must have the search term in the title.
    Searching by author can have the name in any order.

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  • 3. 

    How do I find a book on the shelf?

    • A.

      Wander aimlessly in the stacks.

    • B.

      Shout out the title of the book.

    • C.

      Follow the signage on the columns, then look for the call number on the spine.

    • D.

      Ask Suzanne Collins.

    Correct Answer
    C. Follow the signage on the columns, then look for the call number on the spine.
    Explanation
    The white signs ("signage") on the end of the column stacks will help you find the correct area.
    The call number (letters and/or numbers) on the spine of the book will help you locate it on the shelf.
    But you can always ask Mrs. Wichmann or Mrs. Byron for help!

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  • 4. 

    How many online databases does the MSJ Library have?

    • A.

      3

    • B.

      13

    • C.

      23

    • D.

      More than 30

    Correct Answer
    D. More than 30
    Explanation
    MSJ has over 30 online databases covering every subject!
    They can be found on the home page of Destiny.

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  • 5. 

    I can only use the online databases while at school.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    Online databases can be accessed at home too.
    Go to your Edline account and get the links, usernames, & passwords in the file called "Library Online Catalog/Databases.

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  • 6. 

    Books can be checked out for 3 weeks. If I return a book past the due date, I must pay the fine. The fine, per book, per day, is....

    • A.

      5 cents

    • B.

      10 cents

    • C.

      25 cents

    • D.

      50 cents

    Correct Answer
    B. 10 cents
    Explanation
    But that doesn't count weekends or holidays!
    DVDs are $1.00 per day!

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  • 7. 

    I need to print out my homework assignment from the computer. How much do I pay, per page?

    • A.

      10 cents

    • B.

      50 cents

    • C.

      $1.00

    • D.

      Free! No charge!

    Correct Answer
    A. 10 cents
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 10 cents. This means that for each page printed, the cost is 10 cents.

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  • 8. 

    I can browse the DVD section and check out whatever I want.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    Students must request a specific DVD from Mrs. Wichmann or Mrs. Byron.
    Students are not allowed to check out R- rated movies.

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  • 9. 

    I can play games on the library computers as long as I am quiet.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    Sorry! :(
    Library computers are for SCHOOL WORK only!

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  • 10. 

    While in the Library, I can use my cellphone / iPod / iPad / Nook / Kindle .....

    • A.

      Before 7:55 am

    • B.

      Any time during the school day

    • C.

      After 2:30 pm

    • D.

      I'm not sure. I think this is a trick question....

    Correct Answer
    D. I'm not sure. I think this is a trick question....
    Explanation
    It IS at trick question!
    Cellphones and iPods can be used BEFORE and AFTER official school hours ONLY (and MUST be on VIBRATE!).
    Other devices can be used during the school day but also MUST be silent or with the use of headphones/earbuds.

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