Altoona Pl Shelving Quiz

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    How are non-fiction books put in order in the library?

    • By order of when they were purchased
    • Using the Dewey Decimal System
    • By colour
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The Altoona PL Shelving Quiz assesses knowledge on differentiating fiction and non-fiction books, understanding Dewey Decimal System, and proper book sorting and shelving techniques essential for library management.

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  • 2. 

    Which Dewey number comes first?

    • 311.126

    • 311.116

    • 311.07

    • 311.094

    Correct Answer
    A. 311.07
    Explanation
    The Dewey decimal system is used to classify books and other materials in libraries. In this system, the numbers are organized in a hierarchical manner. The first part of the number represents the general subject area, while the following numbers provide more specific information. In this case, the numbers 311.126, 311.116, 311.07, and 311.094 are given. To determine which number comes first, we need to compare the numbers digit by digit from left to right. The first digit is the same for all the numbers, so we move to the second digit. The number 311.07 has a 0 in the second digit, which is smaller than the 1 in the second digit of the other numbers. Therefore, 311.07 comes first.

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  • 3. 

    What is the correct order on the shelf for these books?

    • 551.234 KLI, 551.234 LAM, 551.234 PRO

    • 551.234 LAM, 551.234 KLI, 551.234 PRO

    • 551.234 PRO, 551.234 KLI, 551.234 LAM

    Correct Answer
    A. 551.234 KLI, 551.234 LAM, 551.234 PRO
    Explanation
    The correct order on the shelf for these books is 551.234 KLI, 551.234 LAM, 551.234 PRO.

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  • 4. 

    Which one shows the words in correct alphabetical order?

    • Debt, deadly, defeat, decide, demand

    • Deadly, defeat demand, decide, debt

    • Deadly, debt, decide, defeat, demand

    Correct Answer
    A. Deadly, debt, decide, defeat, demand
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "deadly, debt, decide, defeat, demand." This arrangement follows alphabetical order starting with the first letter of each word. In this order, "deadly" comes first because it starts with "d," followed by "debt," "decide," "defeat," and finally "demand."

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  • 5. 

    If I see a book that badly needs repair I will:

    • Show it to the librarian

    • Put the book away

    Correct Answer
    A. Show it to the librarian
    Explanation
    If you see a book that badly needs repair, the best course of action would be to show it to the librarian. The librarian is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the library's collection, so they would be the appropriate person to address the issue. By showing the book to the librarian, they can assess the damage and take the necessary steps to repair or replace it, ensuring that the book remains in good condition for future readers.

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  • 6. 

    The first thing I should do when I have been given some books that need to be put away is...

    • Put them in alphabetical order

    • Sort them according to what section of the library they go in

    • Ask another student for help

    Correct Answer
    A. Sort them according to what section of the library they go in
    Explanation
    When given books that need to be put away, the first thing to do is to sort them according to what section of the library they belong to. This ensures that the books are organized and placed in their designated areas, making it easier for people to find them later. Alphabetical order may be useful within each section, but determining the section takes priority. Asking another student for help is not mentioned as the first step, so it is not the correct answer.

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  • 7. 

    How does the Dewey Decimal System work?

    • By multiplying the cost of the book by the barcode number

    • By allocating books a spine number based on the subject

    • By allocating books a spine number based on date written

    Correct Answer
    A. By allocating books a spine number based on the subject
    Explanation
    All books on one particular subject will be shelved together with the same, or similar, number.

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  • 8. 

    What does PAC stand for?

    • Online Public Access Catalogue

    • Only People And Cats

    • Online Powered Administration Computer

    Correct Answer
    A. Online Public Access Catalogue
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Online Public Access Catalogue." PAC stands for Online Public Access Catalogue, which is a system that allows users to search and access resources in a library or database remotely. This system provides users with the ability to find books, articles, and other materials available in a particular library or collection.

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  • 9. 

    What is the correct order on the shelf for these books?

    • FIC MCK, FIC MAN, FIC MON

    • FIC MON, FIC MCK, FIC MAN

    • FIC MON, FIC MAN, FIC MCK

    • FIC MAN, FIC MCK, FIC MON

    Correct Answer
    A. FIC MAN, FIC MCK, FIC MON
    Explanation
    The correct order on the shelf for these books is FIC MAN, FIC MCK, FIC MON.

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  • 10. 

    What is the difference between Fiction and Non Fiction?

    • Non-Fiction is not real. They are all made up.

    • Fiction is not real and Non-Fiction is real

    • You can only find Non-Fiction books in the Adult areas.

    Correct Answer
    A. Fiction is not real and Non-Fiction is real
    Explanation
    Non-fiction books are real. Cookbooks, biographies, health and fitness materials. Fiction books are stories created by an author.

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  • 11. 

    What is the correct order on the shelf for these books?

    • 673.441 ASP, 673.451 DEL, 673. 654 ARP

    • 673. 654 ARP, 673.441 ASP, 673.451 DEL

    • 673.451 DEL, 673.441 ASP, 673. 654 ARP

    Correct Answer
    A. 673.441 ASP, 673.451 DEL, 673. 654 ARP
    Explanation
    The correct order on the shelf for these books is 673.441 ASP, 673.451 DEL, 673.654 ARP.

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  • 12. 

    If the books in the following list were placed in order, which book would be ranked third?001.942001.942072073001.940975001.94203

    • 001.942

    • 001.942072073

    • 001.940975

    • 001.94203

    Correct Answer
    A. 001.94203
    Explanation
    The book ranked third in the list would be 001.94203. This is because the books are arranged in ascending order based on their numerical values. The first book, 001.942, comes before the second book, 001.942072073, which comes before the third book, 001.94203.

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  • 13. 

    When shelving a non-fiction book with the call number 415.017, you would place it between

    • 415 and 415.001

    • 415.001 and 415.002

    • 415.1 and 415.2

    • 415.01 and 415.02

    Correct Answer
    A. 415.01 and 415.02
    Explanation
    The call number 415.017 falls between 415.01 and 415.02. In the Dewey Decimal Classification system, the numbers after the decimal point represent more specific subjects within the broader category. Since 415.017 is a more specific subject than 415.01, it would be shelved after 415.01 and before 415.02.

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  • 14. 

    If the books in the following list were placed in order, which book would be the last book placed on the shelf? Timmons, C  Easter Island Timons, W  The New Dress Timothy, C  Tiger Eyes Timmons, R  April Rain  Timmermon, S  Casey

    • Timmons, C - Easter Island

    • Timons, W - The New Dress

    • Timothy, C - Tiger Eyes

    • Timmons, R - April Rain

    • Timmermon, S – Casey

    Correct Answer
    A. Timothy, C - Tiger Eyes
    Explanation
    The books are listed in alphabetical order by the last name of the author. Among the given options, "Tiger Eyes" by Timothy, C would be the last book placed on the shelf because it comes after "The New Dress" by Timons, W and "April Rain" by Timmons, R in alphabetical order.

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  • 15. 

    When shelving a book by MacElvain, you would place the book between

    • MacAvery and McCarter

    • McCarter and McEvans

    • MacEvans and McFree

    Correct Answer
    A. McCarter and McEvans
    Explanation
    The correct answer is McCarter and McEvans because when shelving books by an author's last name, you typically arrange them alphabetically. In this case, MacElvain would come after MacAvery and before McCarter. Similarly, it would come before McEvans and after McCarter. So, the correct placement would be between McCarter and McEvans.

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  • 16. 

    Place the following books in the appropriate order. Schaffner, V  Algonquin Cat Schaefer, J  Shane Schaper, E  The Dancing Bear Schaeffer, S  Buffalo Afternoon Schaefer, J  Kean Land

    • Kean Land, Shane, Buffalo Afternoon, Algonquin Cat, The Dancing Bear

    • Kean Land, Shane, Buffalo Afternoon, The Dancing Bear, Algonquin Cat

    • The Dancing Bear, Algonquin Cat, Buffalo Afternoon, Shane, Kean Land

    • Algonquin Cat, Buffalo Afternoon, The Dancing Bear, Shane, Kean Land

    Correct Answer
    A. Kean Land, Shane, Buffalo Afternoon, Algonquin Cat, The Dancing Bear
    Explanation
    The correct order of the books is determined by the authors' last names in alphabetical order. Therefore, the books should be arranged in the order: Kean Land, Shane, Buffalo Afternoon, Algonquin Cat, The Dancing Bear.

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  • 17. 

    How can you tell the difference between a Fiction and Non-Fiction book just by looking at the spine label?

    • Non Fiction books are filed using the Dewey Decimal System and will have a group of numbers above the subject of the book.

    Explanation
    It is very important that Non-Fiction and Fiction books are kept separate. Always look at the spine labels closely before shelving any material.

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