Library Aide--1st Marking Period
This quiz will review library procedures and policies. Please select the most appropriate answer.
- 1.
When working the Circulation Desk, the library aide should:
- A.
Make sure all patrons have a pass and sign in on the attendance sheet or lunch sign in (if not with a class)
- B.
Socialize with friends
- C.
Listen to music on her iPod
- D.
Eat snacks while at the desk
Correct Answer
A. Make sure all patrons have a pass and sign in on the attendance sheet or lunch sign in (if not with a class)Explanation
The correct answer is "Make sure all patrons have a pass and sign in on the attendance sheet or lunch sign in (if not with a class)." This is the correct answer because it is the responsibility of the library aide to ensure that all patrons have a pass and sign in. This helps maintain security and accountability within the library. Socializing with friends, listening to music, and eating snacks are not appropriate activities while working at the circulation desk.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When checking out books using Destiny online system, the library aide should
- A.
Make certain the correct patron is selected by double-checking the spelling of name (last and first)
- B.
Listen for the audio cue that confirms the transaction went through
- C.
Tag the book with the correct due date sticker
- D.
Confirm the due date and thank the patron
- E.
All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the aboveExplanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because all of the given actions are necessary for the library aide when checking out books using the Destiny online system. They need to make sure they have selected the correct patron by double-checking the spelling of their name, listen for the audio cue to confirm the transaction, tag the book with the correct due date sticker, and confirm the due date and thank the patron.Rate this question:
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- 3.
When checking in returned books, the library aide should:
- A.
Throw it on the reshelve cart
- B.
Look up the patron's account
- C.
Make sure the transaction went through, then remove the date due sticker or tag, and place it on the reshelve cart in the correct catagory
- D.
Place them in the book truck
Correct Answer
C. Make sure the transaction went through, then remove the date due sticker or tag, and place it on the reshelve cart in the correct catagoryExplanation
The correct answer is to make sure the transaction went through, then remove the date due sticker or tag, and place it on the reshelve cart in the correct category. This ensures that the returned book is properly processed and ready to be put back on the shelves for other patrons to borrow. Checking the transaction ensures that the book has been correctly checked in and accounted for in the library's system. Removing the date due sticker or tag indicates that the book is no longer borrowed and can be made available for others. Placing it on the reshelve cart in the correct category ensures that the book is organized and easy to find for future borrowers.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When checking in laptops, the library aide should:
- A.
Stack them on the table in the office
- B.
Make sure they have been shut down. Carefully plug the numbered laptop into the AC cable on the corresponding shelf in the cart.
- C.
Ignore the sign out sheet
- D.
Allow patrons to remove and return laptops themselves
Correct Answer
B. Make sure they have been shut down. Carefully plug the numbered laptop into the AC cable on the corresponding shelf in the cart.Explanation
The correct answer is to make sure the laptops have been shut down and carefully plug the numbered laptop into the AC cable on the corresponding shelf in the cart. This ensures that the laptops are properly prepared for storage and charging. Ignoring the sign out sheet would be irresponsible as it is important to keep track of which laptops are being used by patrons. Allowing patrons to remove and return laptops themselves could lead to confusion and potential loss or damage of the laptops.Rate this question:
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- 5.
A library aide is expected to:
- A.
Maintain a quiet, efficient, and friendly atmosphere at the Circulation Desk
- B.
Make sure an aide is always covering the Circulation Desk
- C.
Assist patrons with requests for supplies
- D.
Keep our library neat and in good condition for our patrons (Tiger Pride)!
- E.
All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the aboveExplanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because a library aide is expected to maintain a quiet, efficient, and friendly atmosphere at the Circulation Desk, make sure an aide is always covering the Circulation Desk, assist patrons with requests for supplies, and keep the library neat and in good condition for the patrons.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What portion of the Destiny online system will you be selecting to search for a book?
- A.
Back Office
- B.
Home
- C.
Catalog
- D.
Circulation
Correct Answer
C. CatalogExplanation
To search for a book in the Destiny online system, you will be selecting the "Catalog" portion. This is because the catalog is where all the books and their information are stored in the system. By selecting the catalog, you can access the database of books and search for the specific book you are looking for. The catalog allows you to browse through different categories, authors, titles, and other search criteria to find the book you need.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What are important "end of the day" procedures?
- A.
Checking passes and placing in teachers' mailboxes
- B.
Pushing in chairs and turning off computer monitors
- C.
Preparing dated forms for the next day
- D.
Checking laptop cart to make sure all are shut down
- E.
All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the aboveExplanation
All of the mentioned procedures are important "end of the day" tasks. Checking passes and placing them in teachers' mailboxes ensures that they are readily available for the next day. Pushing in chairs and turning off computer monitors help in maintaining a clean and organized classroom environment while conserving energy. Preparing dated forms for the next day ensures that necessary paperwork is ready and accessible. Checking the laptop cart to make sure all devices are shut down helps in preventing any potential damage or loss of data. Therefore, all of the mentioned tasks are important end of the day procedures.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Where will you find FICTION books in our library and how are they arranged on the shelves?
- A.
Near the windows and arranged alphabetically by title
- B.
In the tall stacks in the back of the library and they are arranged in order by their Dewey Decimal classification number.
- C.
In the short stacks near the Magazine Rack and they are filed alphabetically
- D.
In the short stacks beyond the computers. They are arranged alphabetically by the author's last name.
Correct Answer
D. In the short stacks beyond the computers. They are arranged alphabetically by the author's last name. -
- 9.
When working as a library aide, it is important to maintain patron confidentiality. What the patron checks out is private and must be protected according to the American Library Association.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
When working as a library aide, it is important to maintain patron confidentiality. This means that the information about what a patron checks out from the library should be kept private and protected. This is in line with the guidelines set by the American Library Association, which emphasizes the importance of respecting and safeguarding patron privacy. Therefore, the correct answer is true.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Library aides play an important role in the operation of our library. Library aides are expected to be cooperative, helpful, and dependable. Library aides are needed to complete a variety of tasks from working the desk, assistance with technology, and helping students locate and use our resources.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Library aides play an important role in the operation of the library as they are expected to be cooperative, helpful, and dependable. They are needed to complete various tasks such as working at the desk, assisting with technology, and helping students locate and use resources. This suggests that library aides are crucial for the smooth functioning of the library, making the statement "True" accurate.Rate this question:
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