EBSCO Quiz: How Much You Know?
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You can e-mail a resource from EBSCO.
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True
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False
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The EBSCO Quiz assesses your knowledge on using EBSCO databases effectively for research. It covers when to use EBSCO, finding scholarly articles, search strategies, result filtering, and resource sharing. Ideal for improving research skills and information literacy.
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The best method to find scholarly articles is to:
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Use Google or another search engine.
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Search the library catalog.
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Search the library databases.
Correct Answer
A. Search the library databases.Explanation
Searching the library databases is the best method to find scholarly articles because these databases are specifically designed to provide access to academic and scholarly resources. Unlike search engines or library catalogs, library databases contain a wide range of peer-reviewed articles, journals, and other scholarly materials that may not be easily accessible through other means. These databases often offer advanced search options, subject-specific filters, and citation information, making it easier for researchers to find relevant and reliable sources for their academic work.Rate this question:
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Using EBSCO, you can filter your results by...
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Topic
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Publication
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Lexile Level
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Source Type
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All of the above
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A, B, and C
Correct Answer
A. All of the aboveExplanation
Using EBSCO, you can filter your results by topic, publication, Lexile Level, and source type. This means that you can narrow down your search results based on the specific topic you are interested in, the publication you prefer, the reading level you require, and the type of source you are looking for. By selecting "All of the above" or "A, B, and C", you can access all of these filtering options to refine your search and find the most relevant and suitable sources.Rate this question:
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When would you use EBSCO?
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To find a newspaper article.
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To find trustworthy sources.
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To find an article in a magazine.
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To find a bibliography.
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To help you limit your search to specific topics.
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All of the above.
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Both A and B.
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Both A and C.
Correct Answer
A. All of the above.Explanation
EBSCO is a comprehensive database that provides access to a wide range of sources including newspaper articles, trustworthy sources, articles in magazines, and bibliographies. It also offers features to help users limit their search to specific topics. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above" as all the options listed can be accomplished using EBSCO.Rate this question:
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Which word will broaden your search about cars?
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Cars AND Vehicles
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Cars OR Vehicles
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Cars NOT Vehicles
Correct Answer
A. Cars OR VehiclesExplanation
The correct answer is "Cars OR Vehicles" because using the OR operator in a search query will broaden the search by including results that contain either the word "cars" or the word "vehicles". This means that the search results will not be limited to only one specific term, but will encompass a wider range of information related to both cars and vehicles.Rate this question:
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