Library Orientation Post Test

2.

What is the best way to find a book in the SCF Library?

Browse the shelves in the appropriate subject area.
Type your keywords into an Internet search engine.
Search Amazon.com
Search in the library's online catalog.

Correct Answer

A. Search in the library's online catalog.

Explanation

The best way to find a book in the SCF Library is by searching in the library's online catalog. This is because the online catalog is specifically designed to provide a comprehensive and organized list of all the books available in the library's collection. It allows users to search for books by title, author, subject, or keywords, making it easier to locate the desired book. Browsing the shelves in the appropriate subject area may be time-consuming and may not guarantee finding the specific book. Typing keywords into an Internet search engine or searching on Amazon.com may provide results, but they may not necessarily indicate whether the book is available in the library.

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3.

Identify the key terms in this research question: "How does the use of alternative fuels in cars reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions?"

The use of alternative fuels, greenhouse gas emissions
Alternative fuels, cars, greenhouse gas emissions
How fuels, reduce amount, in cars
Alternative fuels in cars, amount of greenhouse gas emissions

Correct Answer

A. Alternative fuels, cars, greenhouse gas emissions

Explanation

The key terms in this research question are "alternative fuels," "cars," and "greenhouse gas emissions." These terms are important because they define the scope of the research and indicate the specific focus on how the use of alternative fuels in cars can reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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4.

Suppose you need to get information about an event that took place two days ago. Where are you most likely to find information about the event?

Daily newspaper
Book
Scholarly journal article
Popular magazine article

Correct Answer

A. Daily newspaper

Explanation

The most likely place to find information about an event that took place two days ago is in a daily newspaper. Daily newspapers are known for providing current news and events, making them the most reliable source for recent information. Books, scholarly journal articles, and popular magazine articles may not have up-to-date information on events that occurred just two days ago.

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5.

You have been assigned a five page research paper on global warming. What is the most trustworthy source for introductory background information about this topic?

Yahoo, Google, or Bing
Wikipedia
A scientific encyclopedia
Fox News

Correct Answer

A. A scientific encyclopedia

Explanation

A scientific encyclopedia is the most trustworthy source for introductory background information about global warming because it is a reputable and credible reference material that is written and reviewed by experts in the field. It provides comprehensive and accurate information based on scientific research and evidence, ensuring that the information presented is reliable and unbiased. Yahoo, Google, and Bing are search engines that may provide various sources of information, but they can also include unreliable or biased sources. Wikipedia, although a popular source, can be edited by anyone and may not always provide accurate information. Fox News is a news outlet that may have its own biases and may not necessarily present information based on scientific consensus.

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6.

Which Boolean operator will narrow your search and give you fewer results?

Or
And

Correct Answer

A. And

Explanation

The correct answer is "And". When using the "And" operator in a search query, it requires both of the specified keywords to be present in the search results. This narrows down the search and gives fewer results compared to using the "Or" operator, which retrieves results containing either of the specified keywords.

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7.

All of the following apply to scholarly journals, EXCEPT:

Scholarly journals articles contain references or a works cited list.
Scholarly journals are written for an academic audience.
Scholarly journals contain short articles written by journalists.
Scholarly journals are often published only a few times a year.

Correct Answer

A. Scholarly journals contain short articles written by journalists.

Explanation

Scholarly journals are known for their rigorous peer-review process and high academic standards. They are written for an academic audience, contain references or a works cited list, and are often published only a few times a year. However, they do not typically contain short articles written by journalists. Journal articles are usually written by experts in the field and undergo a thorough review by other experts in the same field before publication. This ensures the accuracy and reliability of the information presented in scholarly journals.

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8.

How can you tell if a source is a popular magazine and not a scholarly journal?

The articles are written for a general audience.
The articles are in-depth and often have a bibliography.
There are few, if any, advertisements.
The articles are written by academic experts.

Correct Answer

A. The articles are written for a general audience.

Explanation

The articles being written for a general audience suggests that the source is a popular magazine rather than a scholarly journal. Scholarly journals typically have articles that are written for a more specialized and academic audience, whereas popular magazines aim to appeal to a broader range of readers.

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9.

Which type of SCF database would you use to find a research-based journal article about the Human Genome Project?

A database of major Florida newspapers.
A database of reference content, popular periodicals, and biographies.
A database of pro & con essays on current events topics.
A database of science magazines, academic and professional journals.

Correct Answer

A. A database of science magazines, academic and professional journals.

10.

Which of the following is an example of plagiarism?

Selling your ideas or research for money.
Summarizing an idea in your own words without giving credit.
Losing sight of your original thesis and straying off on unrelated tangents.
Using incorrect grammar in your writing.

Correct Answer

A. Summarizing an idea in your own words without giving credit.

Explanation

Plagiarism refers to using someone else's ideas, words, or work without giving proper credit. In this case, summarizing an idea in your own words without acknowledging the original source is an example of plagiarism because it fails to acknowledge the author or creator of the original idea.

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Library Orientation Post Test

How can you get access to the SCF Library's full text online resources?

What is the best way to find a book in the SCF Library?

Identify the key terms in this research question: "How does the use of alternative fuels in cars reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions?"

Suppose you need to get information about an event that took place two days ago. Where are you most likely to find information about the event?

You have been assigned a five page research paper on global warming. What is the most trustworthy source for introductory background information about this topic?

Which Boolean operator will narrow your search and give you fewer results?

All of the following apply to scholarly journals, EXCEPT:

How can you tell if a source is a popular magazine and not a scholarly journal?

Which type of SCF database would you use to find a research-based journal article about the Human Genome Project?

Which of the following is an example of plagiarism?