Library HoursQuestion 1

When is the library open for student use?

A. 7:00 am to 3:30 pm each school day (with some exceptions)

B. During normal school hoursC. When Miss Cucchetti is in the libraryD. 7:00 am to 3:00 pm M, T, Th and F

Library Hours AnswerAnswer:

A - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm each school day (with some exceptions)

Regular closures:Wednesdays after school

Other closures announced as needed.

Book Check Out RulesQuestion 2

How long is the check out period for books (not including Magazines and Reference books)?

Book Check Out RulesAnswer:

Two weeks (10 school days)

Reference books – 2 daysTextbooks – 2 daysMagazines – enjoy in the library

Book Check Out RulesQuestion 3: What are the fines for overdue books?

A. $25B. $1 per day C. $.10 per day per bookD. $.10 per day

Book Check Out RulesAnswer:C. $.10 per day per book

After 30 school days, book changes to LOST status and a $25 fine is assessed to account.If book is returned, the $25 fee is waived, but the overdue fee remains.

**Overdue books from previous years and schools still remain on your account until paid for or returned!!!**

Library Usage RulesQuestion 4

True or False:Water is OK in the library, but other beverages are not.

Library Usage RulesQuestion 4 Answer

FALSE!!!Water and all other liquids ruin books and computers.Food and all other icky stuff ruin books and computers.

No food or drink is allowed in the library*

*Bringing the librarian chocolate might change the answer to number 3…

Library Usage RulesQuestion 5Which of the following are acceptable uses of the library computers?A. ClassworkB. Listening to musicC. Searching for pictures – not school relatedD. ResearchE. Playing games (school approved included)F. Emailing

Library Usage RulesAnswer:

A. ClassworkD. ResearchE. Emailing – for class purposes only

Misuse of the computers may lead to restriction of computer privileges.

Book LocationsQuestion 6

Where would a book with the call number 796.33 SAV be located?

A. FictionB. NonfictionC. ReferenceD. Biography

Book LocationsAnswer:

B. Nonfiction

FIC – Fiction000 – 999 – NonfictionREF – ReferenceSC – Story collectionB - Biography741.5 – Graphic novels468 – Libros en Español

Book LocationsQuestion 7

Where would you look for the novel Northern Lights by Jennifer Donnely?

(hint: it’s a fiction novel)

Book LocationsAnswer:

FIC DON(in the fiction section, under the letters Don)

All books are shelved by author’s last name except Nonfiction. That’s by Dewey classification (aka number system) then Author’s last name

Book LocationsQuestion 8

What should you do with a book that you’ve taken off the shelf and don’t want to check it out?

A. Put it on a shelf…any shelf.B. Turn it in to the book return slot on the front

counter.C. Try to figure out where it belongs. Getting close

is good enough.

Book LocationsAnswer:

B. Turn it in to the book return slot on the front counter.

**Please try to keep the shelves as tidy as possible so everyone can enjoy the library!!!!!

Special StickersQuestion 9

Which students are allowed to check out books with the following sticker?

  

ApprovedFor

8th Grade

Special StickersAnswer:

Anyone

6th and 7th grade students must be aware of parental approval. If your parents wouldn’t approve, you shouldn’t read it.

Inter-library LoanQuestion 10

Which of the following libraries are not able to share books with GMMS?

A. Central High SchoolB. Clifton ElementaryC. Bookcliff MiddleD. Mesa County Public Library

Inter-library LoanAnswer:

A. Central High SchoolD. Mesa County Public Library

Students may request books (on the computer) from any middle school or elementary school.

High school requests must be approved by the librarian

Public Library requests must be completed outside of school

Library StaffBONUS QUESTION!!!

Which of the following books is not on Miss Cucchetti’s top ten favorite book list?

A. The Book Thief by Markus ZusakB. The Notebook by Nicholas SparksC. Hunger Games by Suzanne CollinsD. A Dog’s Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron

Library StaffAnswer:

B. The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks

(mushy gushy romance novels? Ugh. Give me a break)