Question 1

Distributed subject guides are created by a variety of editors working somewhat independently.

Accepted Answer

Distributed subject guides involve editors working independently to create guides, hence the guides are created by a variety of editors working somewhat independently.

Question 2

People who compile Internet subject guides try to find every site available on just about every topic.

Accepted Answer

People who compile Internet subject guides typically select and curate sites based on relevance, quality, and usefulness rather than attempting to find and list every site available on a topic.

Question 3

Specialized search engines are available in a wide variety of topics.

Accepted Answer

Specialized search engines are designed to cater to specific topics, industries, or niches. They are created to provide more accurate results and eliminate irrelevant information that may appear in general search engines. Some examples of specialized search engines include WolframAlpha for computational knowledge, PubMed for medical research, and CrunchBase for startup information.

Question 4

WWW Virtual Library is an example of a distributed subject guide.

Accepted Answer

The WWW Virtual Library (VL) is a distributed subject guide that was started in 1991 by Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web. It is a collection of subject guides, maintained by volunteers, that cover a wide range of topics and disciplines. Each guide is created and maintained by a subject specialist, and the guides are linked together to form a comprehensive and easily navigable resource for students, researchers, and anyone else interested in learning about a particular subject.

Question 5

Hierarchy is another name for random order.

Accepted Answer

Hierarchy refers to a system of ranking or organizing things or individuals in a specific order, rather than a random order.

Question 6

Trailblazer pages are Web pages that provide links to many or all aspects of a certain topic.

Accepted Answer

Trailblazer pages are designed to provide a comprehensive list of links related to a particular topic, making it easy for users to access relevant information.

Question 7

LookSmart is a highly non-commercial subject guide.

Accepted Answer

LookSmart was originally a web directory service and search engine company, which means it was commercial in nature, aiming to organize and monetize web content rather than serving as a non-commercial guide.

Question 8

Subject guides display search results the same as search engines do.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides are curated collections of resources on specific topics, organized by librarians or experts, and do not display search results in the same algorithm-driven manner as search engines.

Question 9

Search engines are also know as subject trees.

Accepted Answer

Search engines are not known as subject trees. A subject tree is a hierarchical organization of subjects or topics used to organize information, similar to a tree structure. Search engines, on the other hand, are tools that enable users to search for and retrieve information from the internet based on a query or keyword.

Question 10

The Web page summaries included in subject guides are called annotations.

Accepted Answer

The Web page summaries included in subject guides are indeed called annotations.

Question 11

Browsing is a difficult and ineffective way of finding information in a subject guide.

Accepted Answer

Browsing can be an effective way of finding information in a subject guide because these guides are organized to facilitate easy navigation through topics, allowing users to quickly locate relevant information.

Question 12

Browsing a subject guide is when you drill down or click through the hierarchy of topics.

Accepted Answer

Browsing a subject guide typically involves navigating through a hierarchical structure of topics, such as clicking on broader categories and then narrowing down to more specific subtopics.

Question 13

Subject guides do not have local search engines.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides often incorporate local search engines or search functionalities to help users find specific resources or information within the guide's scope.

Question 14

Subject guides only find Web sites for students.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides can also find resources beyond just websites, such as books, articles, databases, and other types of information sources. These resources may be useful not just for students, but also for researchers, professionals, and other individuals seeking information on a particular topic.

Question 15

Distributed subject guides have a high degree of standardization.

Accepted Answer

Distributed subject guides, by nature, often vary significantly in format, content, and approach due to the diverse institutions and individuals creating them, leading to a low degree of standardization.

Question 16

Subject guides' relatively small size is one of their major weaknesses.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides are designed to be concise and focused, making their relatively small size an advantage for users seeking specific information quickly, rather than a weakness.

Question 17

Subject guides are relatively small when compared to the whole world wide web.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides are typically focused on a specific topic or subject area, and therefore cover a smaller scope than the entire world wide web.

Question 18

Subject guides are selective.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides are selective in that they focus specifically on a particular topic or subject area and do not cover all possible information on the topic. They are meant to provide users with a curated selection of resources and information relevant to a particular subject area.

Question 19

Subject guides are also known as subject directories.

Accepted Answer

Subject guides are also referred to as subject directories, making statement A true.

Question 20

BUBL LINK 5:15 is an example of a subject guide with many ways to find information in its indexes.

Accepted Answer

BUBL LINK 5:15 provides various indexes such as subject, Dewey Decimal Classification, author, title, and geographic location, making it easier to find information on the desired topic.

Quiz 3: Browsing Subject Guides