Library Knowledge Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a library's circulation desk?

• To provide computer access

• To manage the borrowing and returning of library materials

• To organize library events

• To catalog new acquisitions

Which of the following is NOT typically a rule in most libraries?

• Silence must be maintained

• Food and drinks are allowed everywhere

• Library materials must be returned on time

• Personal belongings should be kept in designated areas

What is the significance of electronic resources in modern libraries?

• They are less valuable than physical books

• They provide access to a wider range of information and materials

• They are only useful for academic research

• They replace the need for physical libraries

Which section of a library would you most likely find reference materials such as encyclopedias and dictionaries?

• Fiction

• Non-Fiction

• Reference

• Periodicals

What type of library primarily serves a specific community or geographic area?

• National Library

• Academic Library

• Public Library

• Special Library

When using electronic resources, what is a critical practice to ensure the credibility of the information?

• Always trust the first source you find

• Verify the author's credentials and the publication date

• Use only Google for research

• Assume all online information is accurate

In which section would you find the latest issues of magazines and journals?

• Reference

• Periodicals

• Circulation

• Special Collections

What is one of the main responsibilities of a librarian at the circulation desk?

• To conduct research for patrons

• To assist patrons in finding materials and answering queries

• To manage the library's social media accounts

• To catalog every book in the library

Which type of library is typically associated with a college or university?

• Public Library

• School Library

• Academic Library

• Special Library

What is the purpose of library fines?

• To generate revenue for the library

• To encourage timely return of borrowed materials

• To punish patrons for late returns

• To fund new acquisitions