How Witty Are You?

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1.
You can pick up new keywords to better shape your 
search by combing through your results lists.  

Explanation

The statement "You can pick up new keywords to better shape your search by combing through your results lists" is true. When conducting a search, reviewing the results lists can help identify additional relevant keywords that can be used to refine and improve the search. By analyzing the words and phrases that appear in the search results, one can gain insights into the language and terminology commonly used in relation to the topic, allowing for more effective and targeted searches in the future.

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The 'How Witty are You? ' quiz assesses knowledge on library use, including locating information and understanding search strategies. It's designed for learners to evaluate their library skills effectively.

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2.
One of the things you should consider when 
evaluating a web page is whether that 
page has a strong bias.

Explanation

When evaluating a web page, it is important to consider whether the page has a strong bias. This means that the page may present information in a one-sided or slanted manner, promoting a specific viewpoint or agenda. Recognizing bias is crucial for critical thinking and forming well-rounded opinions. By being aware of bias, individuals can seek out multiple perspectives and make more informed judgments about the credibility and reliability of the information presented on the web page.

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3. Where should you go to ask a question about using the Library?

Explanation

The Information Help Desk is always a good spot to start when it comes to questions about UAB Libraries.

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4.
Databases can contain which of the following types 
of information: 

Explanation

The correct answer is "all of the above" because databases can indeed contain abstracts, citations, and full-text articles. Databases are designed to store and organize various types of information, including these three mentioned. Abstracts provide a summary of an article or research, citations include references to other works, and full-text articles contain the complete content of a publication. Therefore, all three options are valid types of information that can be found in databases.

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5.
Decide whether the citation below is from a popular
or scholarly source.
Brimmer, Andrew F. "Competition and Integration 
of Black Enterprises in the American Economy."
Review of Black Political Economy 29.3 
(2002): 9-50.

Explanation

The citation provided includes the author's full name, the title of the article, the name of the journal, and the specific volume and issue number. This level of detail suggests that the source is likely a scholarly article. Additionally, the journal title, "Review of Black Political Economy," indicates a focus on a specific academic field. Scholarly sources are typically written by experts in a field and undergo a rigorous peer-review process, making them more reliable and authoritative than popular sources.

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6.
Choose the best source for in-depth, academic 
articles about gothic architecture.

Explanation

The Journal of the Society of Architectural Historians is the best source for in-depth, academic articles about gothic architecture. This journal is likely to provide scholarly and authoritative information on the subject, written by experts in the field. It focuses specifically on architectural history, making it a reliable source for detailed and accurate information about gothic architecture. The other options, such as a website like greatbuildings.com or magazines like Better Homes and Gardens or The New York Times, may not offer the same level of academic rigor and expertise.

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7.
You need to locate articles about television, 
but you want to exclude discussions of cable 
television. Which of the following combinations 
would be most effective for your search?

Explanation

The most effective combination for the search would be "television NOT cable". This combination will include articles about television but exclude any discussions specifically about cable television. By using the "NOT" operator, the search results will filter out any articles that mention the term "cable".

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8. Using the web is the most effective and efficient way to find: 

Explanation

The web is a vast and constantly updated source of information, making it the most effective and efficient way to find current news. Books and scholarly journals may provide valuable information, but they are not as timely or easily accessible as the web when it comes to finding the most up-to-date news.

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9.
Decide whether the citation below is from a popular 
or scholarly source.
Herrscher, Roberto. "A Universal Code of Journalism 
Ethics: Problems, Limitations and Proposals." 
Journal of Mass Media Ethics 17.4 (2002): 277-289.

Explanation

The citation provided includes the author's name, the title of the article, the name of the journal, the volume and issue number, and the year of publication. This level of detail suggests that it is from a scholarly source. Scholarly sources are typically written by experts in the field and undergo a rigorous peer-review process before publication. They are often used by researchers and academics to support their work.

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10.
Decide whether the citation below is from a popular 
or scholarly source.
Eller, Daryn. "Detecting Eating Disorders." Parents 
August 1998: 115-116.

Explanation

The citation provided includes the author's name, the title of the article, the name of the magazine, and the specific page numbers. This suggests that it is a popular source, as scholarly sources typically include additional information such as the author's credentials, the name of the journal, and a more formal citation format. Additionally, the fact that the article is published in a magazine targeted towards parents further supports the idea that it is a popular source.

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11.
Where on our webpage can you find the option to 
chat with a Librarian?

Explanation

The option to chat with a Librarian can be found under the "Ask Us" section on our webpage.

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12.
How can you get in touch with a librarian to 
get more help?

Explanation

In addition to all of these option, you can also still talk to someone face to face.

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13.
Which search option would work best if you are 
not exactly sure what you are looking for?

Explanation

Keyword searching is a great place to start.

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14.
Which word would not be found with the following 
wildcard search? colonial*

Explanation

The word "colonial" is the only word in the given options that would not be found with the wildcard search "colonial*". The wildcard "*" represents any number of characters, so it would match "colonialism", "colonies", and "colonials". However, it would not match the exact word "colonial" because there is an "s" missing at the end. Therefore, "colonial" would not be found with the given wildcard search.

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15.
The webpages found at the top of my search results 
are the most reliable sources of information.

Explanation

The order in which results are displayed has nothing to do with reliability.

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16. Where on our website can you go to renew your books? 

Explanation

To renew your books on our website, you can go to "My Account." This section of the website is specifically designed for managing your account details, including renewing books, checking due dates, and reviewing your borrowing history. It provides a convenient and accessible platform for users to handle their library transactions and keep track of their borrowed items.

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17. Where do you pay fines for overdue, damaged, or lost items? 

Explanation

The Circulation Desk is where you can take care of paying any fines or fees you may have.

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18.
You have this citation for an article:
​Tweeney, Dylan F. "Now They're After You: 
Music Cops Target Users." PC World April 2003:36
​What terms would you search for in a database 
to see if Sterne Library has assess to this article?

Explanation

The correct answer is "all of the above" because in order to determine if Sterne Library has access to this article, you would need to search for all or part of the author's name (Dylan F. Tweeney), the magazine title (PC World), and part of the article title ("Now They're After You: Music Cops Target Users"). By searching for all of these terms in a database, you can determine if the article is available in the library's collection.

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19.
You can find all of these in Sterne Library's 
Catalog except:

Explanation

This is a tricky one. You cannot currently use the catalog to find specific articles without knowing what magazine, journal, or book it was published in.

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20.
You have this citation for an article:
​Tweeney, Dylan F. "Now They're After You: Music Cops 
Target Users." PC World April 2003:36
​What terms would you search for in the Local Catalog 
to see if Sterne Library owns this article?

Explanation

To determine if Sterne Library owns the article, one should search for the magazine title "PC World" in the local catalog. This is because the citation states that the article was published in PC World magazine in April 2003. By searching for the magazine title, one can find out if the library has a copy of that specific issue of PC World, which would likely include the article "Now They're After You: Music Cops Target Users" by Dylan F. Tweeney.

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You can pick up new keywords to better shape your ...
One of the things you should consider when ...
Where should you go to ask a question about using the Library?
Databases can contain which of the following types of information:
Decide whether the citation below is from a popular ...
Choose the best source for in-depth, academic ...
You need to locate articles about television, ...
Using the web is the most effective and efficient way to find: 
Decide whether the citation below is from a popular ...
Decide whether the citation below is from a popular ...
Where on our webpage can you find the option to ...
How can you get in touch with a librarian to get more help?
Which search option would work best if you are ...
Which word would not be found with the following ...
The webpages found at the top of my search results ...
Where on our website can you go to renew your books? 
Where do you pay fines for overdue, damaged, or lost items? 
You have this citation for an article: ...
You can find all of these in Sterne Library's Catalog except:
You have this citation for an article: ...
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