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WorksheetsQuiz on Chap 2 : Information Technology in Information Agencies
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 12mins
What is the primary function of an information agency?
To entertain the public
To provide legal services
To manage, process, and distribute information
To conduct scientific research
Which of the following is NOT a type of information agency?
Hospital
Museum
Archive
Library
What does library automation refer to?
The hiring of more librarians
The use of computers to perform library operations
The manual processing of library tasks
The organization of physical books
Which type of library is funded by a national government?
Academic Library
National Library
School Library
Public Library
What is a key characteristic of an Integrated Online Library System (IOLS)?
It requires physical access to the library
It allows for centralized management of library functions
It operates independently without modules
It is only used for cataloging
What type of archive is managed by government agencies?
Digital Archive
Corporate Archive
Public Archive
Private Archive
Which of the following is an example of electronic resources?
Printed books
Physical newspapers
Library brochures
E-books
What does virtual information access allow users to do?
Attend workshops
Visit libraries in person
Share online resources remotely
Access physical books only
Which technology is used for high-speed internet transmission?
Satellite Internet
Fiber Optic Internet
DSL Internet
Dial-up Internet
What is the main purpose of interactive multimedia?
To provide static information
To engage users actively with content
To display text only
To replace traditional media
Which of the following is a function of a museum?
To provide legal advice
To collect and exhibit objects of value
To manage library resources
To conduct medical research
What is the focus of a school library?
To serve the general public
To support students' information needs
To preserve national literature
To provide academic resources for universities
What is a characteristic of automated reference services?
24/7 accessibility for users
Limited to physical interactions
Requires a library visit
Available only during library hours
Which of the following is NOT a type of library mentioned?
National Library
Corporate Library
School Library
Public Library
What is the primary role of archives?
To conduct scientific research
To provide legal services
To preserve historical records
To entertain visitors
What does imaging technology involve?
Capturing and processing visual representations
Creating written documents
Conducting interviews
Managing library catalogs
Which of the following is an example of optical technology?
Online Databases
E-books
Digital Archives
Fiber Optic Internet
What is the main purpose of a national library?
To maintain the nation's published output
To conduct public health research
To support local schools
To provide free access to all
Which of the following best describes a public library?
Is funded solely by private donations
Focuses on academic research
Provides unrestricted access to resources for all residents
Offers services only to students
What is the primary function of a library's circulation system?
To manage acquisitions
To track borrowed materials
To provide reference services
To catalog new books
Which of the following is NOT a function of a library automation system?
Cataloging
Circulation
Legal recordkeeping
Acquisitions
Which information agency is responsible for preserving the nation’s literary output
Academic Library
Public Archive
Special Library
National Library
Which of the following best describes “Ask a Librarian”?
A manual help desk
A virtual reference service
An instant messaging game
An e-resource platform
Which of the following is an example of a private archive?
National Archives of Malaysia
Harvard University Archives
National Museum
School Library
