Reference Materials Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a dictionary?

• To provide the history of words

• To provide the meanings of words

• To list every word in a language

• To show how to pronounce words

Which part of a book provides a detailed list of topics covered or discussed, usually in alphabetical order?

• Glossary

• Index

• Table of contents

• Bibliography

When using a thesaurus, what type of information are you most likely seeking?

• Definitions

• Synonyms and Antonyms

• Historical contexts

• Pronunciations

What is the correct order of the words in alphabetical order?

• Elephant, Deer, Crocodile, Bear

• Bear, Crocodile, Deer, Elephant

• Crocodile, Bear, Elephant, Deer

• Deer, Elephant, Bear, Crocodile

Which of the following is NOT a part of a book?

• Foreword

• Epilogue

• Protagonist

• Appendix

What is an atlas primarily used for?

• Finding the meanings of words

• Finding synonyms for words

• Finding maps and geographical information

• Finding historical events

Which online tool is best for finding scholarly articles and research papers?

• A standard search engine like Google

• An academic database like JSTOR or Google Scholar

• A social media platform

• An online dictionary

What information does an almanac typically provide?

• Synonyms and antonyms

• Maps and geographical data

• Historical and current events, statistics, and facts

• Literary critiques

In what part of a book would you find a brief summary of each chapter?

• Index

• Glossary

• Table of contents

• Foreword

Which of the following is NOT a way to use an online search tool effectively?

• Using specific keywords

• Ignoring search filters and categories

• Checking the credibility of sources

• Using quotation marks to find exact phrases