Quiz: How To Keep A Book In A Library?
Here is a quiz on how to how to keep a book in a library. Libraries have been the place where book lovers come to quench their hunger for knowledge or interesting stories in order to find a book in a section, and people employ the service of a librarian. Learn how the arrange books in the library bf taking the quiz below.
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How would you best describe fiction books?
- A.
Story books
- B.
Information books
- C.
Books containing lists of facts
Correct Answer
A. Story booksExplanation
Fiction books are story books like Harry Potter or Twilight.Rate this question:
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How would you best describe non-fiction books?
- A.
Story books
- B.
Comic books
- C.
Factual, information books
Correct Answer
C. Factual, information booksExplanation
Non-fiction books contain factual information that will help you with subject research and homework. These books are probably the most useful for PSCHE.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What does OPAC stand for?
- A.
Online Public Access Catalogue
- B.
Only People And Cats
- C.
Online Powered Administration Computer
Correct Answer
A. Online Public Access CatalogueExplanation
OPAC stands for Online Public Access Catalogue. This is a system that allows users to search and access the library's collection of books, journals, and other materials through an online platform. It provides information about the availability, location, and other details of each item in the library's collection. This acronym is commonly used in libraries and educational institutions to refer to the online catalog system.Rate this question:
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How are non-fiction books put in order in the library?
- A.
By order of when they were purchased
- B.
Using the Dewey Decimal System
- C.
By colour
Correct Answer
B. Using the Dewey Decimal SystemExplanation
Non-fiction books are put in order in the library using the Dewey Decimal System. This system categorizes books based on subject matter and assigns them a unique numerical code. The books are then arranged on the shelves in numerical order, making it easy for library patrons to locate specific books within their areas of interest. This system allows for efficient organization and retrieval of non-fiction books, ensuring that they can be easily accessed by library users.Rate this question:
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How are fiction books put in order in the library?
- A.
Alphabetically, by title
- B.
Alphabetically, by the author’s surname
- C.
Randomly
Correct Answer
B. Alphabetically, by the author’s surnameExplanation
We use the first three letters of the author's surname (i.e. J.K.Rowling's books would be catalogued under ROW)Rate this question:
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- 6.
Approximately how many books does the library have?
- A.
10,000
- B.
236,987
- C.
15,500
Correct Answer
C. 15,500Explanation
The correct answer is 15,500 because it is the only option that falls within a reasonable range for the number of books in a library. 10,000 seems too low and 236,987 seems too high. Therefore, 15,500 is the most plausible answer.Rate this question:
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How does the Dewey Decimal System work?
- A.
By multiplying the cost of the book by the barcode number
- B.
By allocating books a spine number based on the subject
- C.
By allocating books a spine number based on date written
Correct Answer
B. By allocating books a spine number based on the subjectExplanation
All books on one particular subject will be shelved together with the same, or similar, number.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Where can you search the OPAC from?
- A.
Just the library
- B.
The computers in D’Block
- C.
All the computers in school
Correct Answer
C. All the computers in schoolExplanation
The correct answer is "All the computers in school" because the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) is a system that allows users to search for library materials, such as books, journals, and other resources, available in the library. Since it is mentioned that the OPAC can be searched from "All the computers in school," it implies that the library has made the catalog accessible on all computers within the school premises, not just limited to the library or computers in a specific block.Rate this question:
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True or false: you can write reviews of books you’ve read and post them on Search Star.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
You can write reviews of books you have read and post them on Search Star.Rate this question:
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How long can you usually keep library books for?
- A.
A month
- B.
Two weeks
- C.
Three days
Correct Answer
B. Two weeksExplanation
Library books can usually be kept for two weeks. This is a common borrowing period in many libraries, allowing readers enough time to read and return the book without incurring late fees. This timeframe strikes a balance between giving readers sufficient time to enjoy the book and ensuring that the book is available for other patrons to borrow.Rate this question:
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