Library Week Daily Quiz 2

2.

When searching for indepth reference information what would be the most appropriate source to use?

Email
Magazines
Facebook
Journals

Correct Answer

A. Journals

Explanation

Journals would be the most appropriate source for in-depth reference information because they are academic publications that contain scholarly articles written by experts in a particular field. These articles undergo a rigorous peer-review process, ensuring the quality and reliability of the information. Journals provide detailed and comprehensive research, analysis, and findings on specific topics, making them a reliable source for indepth reference information. Email, magazines, and Facebook are not typically considered reliable or comprehensive sources for academic or indepth reference information.

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3.

What is the name of the Pub in Molesworth Street, Wellington, across the road from Parliament House?

The Back Bencher (once called the Wellington Hotel)
The Gumpy Mole
Pierre's Chicken
The Quinns Post

Correct Answer

A. The Back Bencher (once called the Wellington Hotel)

Explanation

The correct answer is The Back Bencher (once called the Wellington Hotel). This pub is located on Molesworth Street in Wellington, across the road from Parliament House. It was previously known as the Wellington Hotel.

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4.

What street is Taupo Library Located on?

Book Place
Shortland Street
Story Place
Sesame Street

Correct Answer

A. Story Place

Explanation

The correct answer is Story Place because the question is asking for the street where Taupo Library is located. Out of the given options, Story Place is the only one that mentions a street name. Therefore, it can be inferred that Taupo Library is located on Story Place.

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5.

Name the book from the first line: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity,....”

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Oliver Twist
The Tailor of Panama
A Tale of Two Cities

Correct Answer

A. A Tale of Two Cities

Explanation

The correct answer is "A Tale of Two Cities" because the first line quoted is the famous opening line of Charles Dickens' novel "A Tale of Two Cities." The line sets the contrasting tone of the novel and introduces the themes of duality and social inequality that are explored throughout the story.

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6.

Where is the The New Zealand Army Museum based?

Waiouru
Palmerston North
Burnham
Auckland City

Correct Answer

A. Waiouru

Explanation

The correct answer is Waiouru. The New Zealand Army Museum is based in Waiouru.

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7.

Which Public Library holds a collection given by Sir George Grey?

Tupu Library
Featherston Library
Christchurch Public Library
Auckland Public Library

Correct Answer

A. Auckland Public Library

Explanation

The Auckland Public Library holds a collection given by Sir George Grey.

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8.

Mark David Chapman, John Hinkley Jr and Robert John Bardo have all been associated with which book?

Trinny and Suzanna's guide to what not to wear
Where's Wally
The Power of One
The Catcher in the Rye

Correct Answer

A. The Catcher in the Rye

Explanation

Mark David Chapman, John Hinkley Jr, and Robert John Bardo have all been associated with "The Catcher in the Rye." Mark David Chapman, who assassinated John Lennon, was carrying a copy of the book when he was arrested. John Hinkley Jr, who attempted to assassinate President Ronald Reagan, was also found to be obsessed with the novel. Robert John Bardo, who murdered actress Rebecca Schaeffer, was reportedly influenced by the book as well. "The Catcher in the Rye" has been controversially linked to acts of violence and has gained notoriety for its association with these individuals.

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9.

Name the song with the opening line " E Ihowa Atua"?

The All Blacks Haka
Our Father in Maori
The Maori version of "God Defend New Zealand"
Pokarekare Ana

Correct Answer

A. The Maori version of "God Defend New Zealand"

Explanation

The correct answer is "The Maori version of 'God Defend New Zealand'". This is because the opening line "E Ihowa Atua" is the Maori translation of "God of Nations" which is the first line of the Maori version of the New Zealand national anthem.

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10.

In the book "A pukeko in a ponga tree" what was given on the second day of Christmas?

3 Jaffas
Six pois a twirling
Two kumera
Four huhu grubs

Correct Answer

A. Two kumera

Explanation

On the second day of Christmas in the book "A pukeko in a ponga tree," two kumera were given.

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Library Week Daily Quiz 2

Who wrote the book "Underrunners"?

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When searching for indepth reference information what would be the most appropriate source to use?

What is the name of the Pub in Molesworth Street, Wellington, across the road from Parliament House?

What street is Taupo Library Located on?

Name the book from the first line: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity,....”

Where is the The New Zealand Army Museum based?

Which Public Library holds a collection given by Sir George Grey?

Mark David Chapman, John Hinkley Jr and Robert John Bardo have all been associated with which book?

Name the song with the opening line " E Ihowa Atua"?

In the book "A pukeko in a ponga tree" what was given on the second day of Christmas?