Library Tutorial Module Quiz On Selecting Sources
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Imagine you have the assignment to write a paper based on scholarly information. Which would be the most appropriate place to look? Choose all that apply.
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Journal
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Magazine
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Newspaper
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Research Database
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World Wide Web
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Which one best describes information on the Web?
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Information is selected through a review process.
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Information is not organized.
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Information is in a permanent collection.
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None of these
Correct Answer
A. Information is not organized.Explanation
The correct answer is "Information is not organized." This means that the information on the web is not systematically structured or arranged. Unlike a library or database where information is organized and categorized, the web consists of a vast amount of unorganized and unstructured information. Users have to rely on search engines and other tools to find relevant information on the web.Rate this question:
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Why would you go to a research database?
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To check your email
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To search the Web
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To find citations to articles on a topic.
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To search for materials at a specific library.
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A. To find citations to articles on a topic.Explanation
You would go to a research database to find citations to articles on a topic. Research databases are specifically designed to provide access to scholarly and academic articles, making them a valuable resource for conducting in-depth research and finding relevant sources for academic papers or projects.Rate this question:
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Look at the following citations. If you were required to use scholarly sources for a paper, which of the articles cited here would be appropriate?
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Harrison, Kristen and Joanne Cantor. "The relationship between media consumption, and eating disorders." Journal of communication. 47 (Spring 1997) 40-67.
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Margulies, Herbert F. "The moderates in the League Nations battle: An overlooked faction." The Historian. 60 (Winter 1998) 273-288.
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Both A & B
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None of these
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A. Both A & BExplanation
Both articles cited here would be appropriate for a paper that requires the use of scholarly sources. The first article by Harrison and Cantor titled "The relationship between media consumption and eating disorders" is published in the Journal of Communication, which is a reputable academic journal in the field of communication. The second article by Margulies titled "The moderates in the League Nations battle: An overlooked faction" is published in The Historian, which is also a scholarly journal. Therefore, both articles meet the criteria of being scholarly sources and can be used for an academic paper.Rate this question:
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How can you tell if you are looking at a popular magazine? Choose all that apply.
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Articles are written for the general public
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Articles are in-depth and often have a bibliography
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Issues have a lot of photographs
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Issues have few if any, advertisements
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Usually published quarterly (4 times a year)
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A. Articles are written for the general public
A. Issues have a lot of photographsExplanation
A popular magazine can be identified by articles that are written for the general public, meaning they are not overly technical or specialized. Additionally, popular magazines often have a lot of photographs in their issues, which can be visually appealing and engaging for readers. These two factors suggest that the magazine is targeting a wide audience and aiming to entertain and inform the general public.Rate this question:
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Sources are put in a random order in libraries.
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True
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False
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A. FalseExplanation
Sources are not put in a random order in libraries. Libraries use a classification system, such as the Dewey Decimal System or the Library of Congress Classification, to organize and arrange sources in a logical and consistent manner. This allows library users to easily locate and access the materials they are looking for.Rate this question:
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Some magazines contain in-depth articles, which may be good sources for research papers.
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True
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False
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A. TrueExplanation
In-depth articles in magazines can provide valuable information and analysis on various topics, making them suitable sources for research papers. These articles are often written by experts in their respective fields and undergo a rigorous editorial process, ensuring their credibility. Additionally, magazines may cover a wide range of subjects, allowing researchers to find relevant articles on specific topics. Therefore, it is reasonable to consider magazines with in-depth articles as potential sources for research papers.Rate this question:
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Using what you know about "libraries on the Web," which of the following are you least likely to find on a library's Web site?
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Hours, policies, and contact information for the library
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Links to Web sites librarians have reviewed and recommended
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Access to electronic collections the library purchased or created
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Full text of all resources you would find in the physical library
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A. Full text of all resources you would find in the physical libraryExplanation
A library's website is unlikely to provide the full text of all resources found in the physical library because it would require a vast amount of digital storage and copyright permissions. While libraries may offer access to electronic collections they have purchased or created, providing the full text of all physical resources would be impractical and unnecessary.Rate this question:
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Which of these publishes the information on the Web?
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Companies
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Government agencies
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Individuals
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All of these
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A. All of theseExplanation
All of these options publish information on the Web. Companies often have websites where they provide information about their products, services, and updates. Government agencies also have websites where they share information related to policies, regulations, and public services. Individuals can publish information on the Web through personal websites, blogs, social media platforms, and other online platforms. Therefore, all three entities - companies, government agencies, and individuals - have the ability to publish information on the Web.Rate this question:
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Again! Which of these publishes the information on the Web?
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Library
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Organizations
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Universities
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All of these
Correct Answer
A. All of theseExplanation
All of these options - library, organizations, and universities - publish information on the web. Libraries often have online catalogs and databases that provide access to various resources. Organizations frequently have websites where they share information about their work, projects, and publications. Universities commonly have websites that offer information about their programs, faculty, research, and other resources. Therefore, all three options publish information on the web.Rate this question:
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