Library Quiz

As an MDC student, you have access to over 100 databases that give you access to full text articles and citation tools.

• True

• Fale

How do you log in to the databases at MDC?

• Using your MDC account information

• Creating a new account

• Using your student number

• Using your Google account

Which of the following databases is a good place to start for researching a paper?

• Swank

• Overdrive

• Academic One Search (Gale)

• SIRS Researcher

How can I narrow my search?

• Adding additional key terms in the search box

• Removing keywords

• Using only one key term in the search box

• Removing search limiters

For best search results, I should use

• Keywords related to my topic

• Vocabulary related to my research

• Synonyms

• All of the above

How can I expand my search?

• Add keywords with OR

• Add keywords with AND

Many databases provide a citation tool.

• True

• False

If I need more help, who can I contact?

• A librarian

• Tutors in Learning Resources

• The Writing Lab

• All of the above