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    Which of the follwing is a search engine?

    • Macromedia Flash
    • Google
    • Netscape
    • Librarian's Index to the Internet
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Internet surfing and searching has become the most popular things to do in today's world. We have inclined more towards internet than ever and reside to using it as a solution to every problem. This quiz will test your knowledge about internet searching and surfing. This pretest is to determine what you know about internet searching. You will not be graded on the results. Answer to the best of your ability.

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following is NOT an example of an extension in a URL?

    • .gov

    • .edu

    • .npr

    • .com

    Correct Answer
    A. .npr
    Explanation
    The given options represent different domain extensions in a URL. ".npr" is not a valid domain extension. Common examples of domain extensions include ".gov" for government websites, ".edu" for educational institutions, and ".com" for commercial websites.

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  • 3. 

    Critically evaluating content on the Web is important because

    • Web authors ar always less professional.

    • Web authors are always biased.

    • Anyone can publish on the Web. There's no guarantee that what you're reading is objective and has gone though standard fact-checking and editorial reviews.

    • Printed information is always more accurate than information found on the Web.

    Correct Answer
    A. Anyone can publish on the Web. There's no guarantee that what you're reading is objective and has gone though standard fact-checking and editorial reviews.
    Explanation
    Critically evaluating content on the Web is important because anyone can publish on the Web, which means there is no guarantee that what you're reading is objective and has gone through standard fact-checking and editorial reviews. This highlights the need to assess the credibility and reliability of the information found online, as it may be biased or lack accuracy compared to printed information.

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  • 4. 

    You can do a better search on the Web by

    • Using several different search engines

    • Sticking to your topic and resisting distractions

    • Become familiar with and use reliable Web resources such as National Geographic and the Library of Congress

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "all of the above". This means that in order to do a better search on the web, you should use several different search engines, stick to your topic and resist distractions, and become familiar with and use reliable web resources such as National Geographic and the Library of Congress. By doing all of these things, you can improve the quality and accuracy of your search results.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following is a TRUE statement?

    • You are free to copy information you find on the Web and include it in your research report.

    • You do not have to cite the Web sources you use in your research report.

    • You should never consult Web sources when you are doing a research report.

    • Just like print sources, Web sources must be cited in your research report. You are not free to plagiarize information you find on the Web.

    Correct Answer
    A. Just like print sources, Web sources must be cited in your research report. You are not free to plagiarize information you find on the Web.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that just like print sources, Web sources must be cited in your research report and you are not free to plagiarize information you find on the Web. This means that when using information from the internet, it is important to give credit to the original source and avoid copying someone else's work without proper acknowledgment. Plagiarism is a serious offense and can have negative consequences, so it is essential to properly cite all sources, whether they are from the Web or other mediums.

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following is not a search tool.

    • Meta search engines.

    • Subject directories.

    • Surfing.

    • Keyword strategies.

    Correct Answer
    A. Surfing.
    Explanation
    The answer is "surfing" because it is not a search tool. Surfing refers to the act of casually browsing or navigating the internet without any specific search criteria or tools. On the other hand, meta search engines, subject directories, and keyword strategies are all search tools that help users find information on the internet.

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  • 7. 

    Which of the following statements about search engines and directories is true?

    • A search engine does not discriminate between good and bad sites.

    • A search engine displays all Web pages that contain your keywords and may list thousands of unordered results.

    • A directory is someone's attempt to categorize the best sites available for a given subject or topic.

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    All of the above statements are true. A search engine does not discriminate between good and bad sites, it displays all web pages that contain the keywords and may list thousands of unordered results. On the other hand, a directory is someone's attempt to categorize the best sites available for a given subject or topic. Therefore, all of these statements accurately describe the characteristics of search engines and directories.

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  • 8. 

    Which of the following is the best indicator that a Web site is reliable?

    • The author of the site tells you the information is reliable.

    • The author of the site provides contact information and his or her credentials.

    • The author links to his or her favorite Web sites.

    • The author states in bold letters that the site was proofread by a librarian.

    Correct Answer
    A. The author of the site provides contact information and his or her credentials.
    Explanation
    The best indicator that a website is reliable is when the author provides contact information and their credentials. This shows that the author is willing to be transparent and accountable for the information presented on the site. It allows users to verify the author's expertise and credibility, and also provides a means for further communication or clarification if needed.

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  • 9. 

    Which of the following is an example of a Boolean search?

    • Shakespeare sonnets

    • Shakespeare and sonnets

    • "Shakespeare" with "SONNETS

    • Shakespeare (sonnets)

    Correct Answer
    A. Shakespeare and sonnets
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Shakespeare and sonnets." This is an example of a Boolean search because it uses the operator "and" to narrow down the search results. By using the word "and" between the keywords "Shakespeare" and "sonnets," the search engine will only display results that contain both of these terms. This helps to refine the search and retrieve more specific and relevant information.

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  • 10. 

    Yahoo! on the Web is a

    • Shout of joy.

    • Listing of search engines.

    • Content directory.

    • Subject directory.

    Correct Answer
    A. Subject directory.
    Explanation
    Yahoo! on the Web is a subject directory. This means that it is a website that categorizes and organizes websites and other online resources based on specific subjects or topics. Users can browse through different categories and subcategories to find relevant websites and information. Unlike search engines, which use algorithms to provide search results based on keywords, subject directories rely on human editors to review and categorize websites. Yahoo! on the Web was one of the earliest and most popular subject directories on the internet.

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  • 11. 

    Key your first and last name and your class period.

    Correct Answer
    Pat Gowan 1st Period

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