Question 1

Drilling down is one way to navigate a subject guide.

Accepted Answer

Drilling down involves navigating through layers or subtopics within a larger subject, allowing users to obtain more specific information as they narrow their focus.

Question 2

All Web pages are totally objective.

Accepted Answer

Web pages can have bias and subjective content depending on the author or purpose of the page.

Question 3

Item 1 in the figure above points to subtopics.

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The answer of  Item 1 in the figure above...

Question 4

Knowing a Web page's author name and qualifications is key in determining how credible or reliable it is.

Accepted Answer

Knowing the author's name and qualifications is an important factor in evaluating the credibility and reliability of a web page. It helps to determine the expertise and authority of the author on the topic being discussed.

Question 5

Subject guides are especially useful when you know a great deal about your search topic.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides are useful when you are not familiar with the search topic and need guidance on where to start looking for information. They provide suggested databases, search terms, and other relevant resources.

Question 6

The most efficient search queries at a subject guide's local search engine are complex queries using many keywords and phrases.

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Simple, specific queries often yield more accurate and efficient results because they can more directly target the information needed without the search engine having to sift through irrelevant data that complex queries might introduce.

Question 7

Subject guides organize information from the more general to the more specific.

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Subject guides typically provide an overview of a particular topic or subject area, starting with general information and then proceeding to more specific details. This organizational structure helps users navigate and understand complex information more easily.

Question 8

The local search engines provided by subject guides search the whole web.

Accepted Answer

Local search engines provided by subject guides search a specific set of websites and resources within a particular subject area, rather than the entire web.

Question 9

Evaluative criteria are algorithms used by search engines to locate Web pages.

Accepted Answer

Evaluative criteria are standards or benchmarks used to assess or judge the quality of something, such as web pages, but they are not algorithms. Search engines use algorithms to locate and rank web pages based on various factors, including relevance to the search query, page quality, and user engagement.

Question 10

Subject guides usually only have one way to access their information, a topical list.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides often provide multiple ways to access their information, including topical lists, keyword search functions, and sometimes even through hierarchical categorization or by format, to accommodate different user needs and preferences.

Question 11

Subject guides group information by topic.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides are designed to arrange information by specific topics, making it easier for users to locate all relevant resources on a given subject.

Question 12

Subject guides take more time to use than search engines because of the annotations.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides are curated resources that often allow users to find information more efficiently than through general search engine queries, as the annotations provide quick insights into the relevance and quality of the information.

Question 13

A good trailblazer page not only provides useful links, it also provides them in a logical and organized way.

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A well-organized trailblazer page makes it easier for users to navigate and find the information they are looking for.

Question 14

Looking for "last updated" or "created" date of a Web page is a good way to gage its scope.

Accepted Answer

The "last updated" or "created" date of a webpage indicates its recency or freshness, not its scope, which refers to the breadth or depth of content covered.

Question 15

Organization is one criteria you can use to evaluate a Web page.

Accepted Answer

Organization is an important criteria for evaluating a Web page. A well-organized page makes it easier for users to find the information they need and helps them navigate the site more efficiently. Poor organization can lead to confusion and frustration for users.

Question 16

The scope of a site is the range of topics it covers.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true. The scope of a site refers to the breadth or range of topics that it covers.

Question 17

A specialized search engine acts like a normal search engine in that it allows Boolean searching, but also resembles a subject guide in that it's limited in scope by subject.

Accepted Answer

A specialized search engine is typically limited in scope by subject and allows for Boolean searching, making it a hybrid between a normal search engine and a subject guide.

Question 18

A Subject guide usually provide alternate ways of finding information, like topical or alphabetical lists, or indexes based on subject or Dewey Decimal number.

Accepted Answer

A subject guide is designed to provide additional resources for locating information beyond traditional search methods, such as organizing information topically or by subject-specific keywords. This helps users to more effectively navigate and access relevant resources based on their research needs.

Question 19

Trailblazer pages are never narrow in scope.

Accepted Answer

Trailblazer pages can vary in scope, including both broad overviews and more narrowly focused topics, depending on the subject matter and the depth of information available.

Question 20

Locating the sponsor of a Web page, or finding a bibliography at the site are good ways of testing a Web page's objectivity and accuracy.

Accepted Answer

Locating the sponsor of a Web page can help identify any potential biases or conflicts of interest that may impact the objectivity and accuracy of the information presented. Additionally, finding a bibliography or other sources cited on the page can help verify the accuracy of the information presented.

Quiz 3: Browsing Subject Guides