Module 1 Quiz - Where Do I Start?

1. The term "information literacy" is (choose one.)

Learning to read

Becoming a savvy user of information

A library service

A magazine

Information literacy is knowing how to pick the best sources for your needs.

Explanation

Information literacy is knowing how to pick the best sources for your needs.

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2. Who publishes information on the Web? (Choose all that apply.)

Students

Faculty

People in other countries

Libraries

Government agencies

Universities

Companies

Non-profit organizations

Anyone can publish information on the Web.

Explanation

Anyone can publish information on the Web.

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3. Why would you use an article database? (Choose one.)

To check your email

To search the Web

To find citations and full text of articles in journals, magazines, or newspapers

To find out if the library owns a particular magazine or journal

Article databases (also called periodical indexes) help you identify articles on a subject in journals, magazines, or newspapers.

Explanation

Article databases (also called periodical indexes) help you identify articles on a subject in journals, magazines, or newspapers.

4. The latest news can be found using this source. (Choose one.)

Journals

MnPALS

Web

Magazines

The Web is updated more quickly than print sources.

Explanation

The Web is updated more quickly than print sources.

5. Match the following statements with the correct answer.

Information is not organized.

Information is selected through a review process.

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