125 years of the central library in derby uk quiz 1 ires1

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125 Years of the Central Library in Derby, UK – Quiz 1
1. Name the bar next to the Central Library.
2. What time does the library close on a Wednesday?
3. Is traffic on the Wardwick one-way or two-way?
4. How do you join the library?
5. Is there wheelchair access into the library?
6. What colour are the pages of the subject index?
7. Look at the subject index. Write the class number for these subjects:
MILFORD
HISTORY

________________

INFANTS
CARE

________________

8. What is the name of the restaurant on the right-hand side of the library, near the main
entrance?
9. True or false - you can renew your books online without having to go into the library.
10. What can you buy from a machine outside the library?
11. How much are they?
12. True or false – dogs are not allowed in the library.
13. Which charity shop is opposite the library?
14. How much does it cost to take out a DVD and how long can you have it for?
15. Look at the ceiling above the issue desks. Write down three of the names. Why do
you think they are painted there?
16. There are CDs featuring many different types of music. Write down three types of

music that are on offer.
17. Look at the different subject headings on the shelves. Which subject is between
“Theatre” and “Sports”?
18. What are the two phone numbers for renewals?
19. What is advertised on the notice board in front of the library?
20. What words are carved above the main entrance?
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125 Years of the Central Library in Derby, UK – Quiz 1
Answers:
1. The Old Institute – Hobgoblin Bar Café.
2. 1 pm.
3. It’s one-way for all traffic apart from cycles.
4. To apply, bring one piece of ID with your name and address on it. Choose something
official, like a utility bill, bank statement or driving licence. You will need to complete a
short form. After that you will be able to borrow up to 4 items in the first four weeks.
After that you can borrow up to 20 items, although you can only borrow 4 DVDs
maximum at any one time.
5. Yes, there is ramped access on the right-hand side of the main entrance.
6. Yellow.
7.
MILFORD
HISTORY

(942.51MIL)

INFANTS
CARE

(649.3)

8. Porters Pantry.
9. True. Go to www.derby.gov.uk/libraries to find out more.
10. A map of Derby city centre.
11. £1 each.
12. False. Guide dogs for the blind are allowed.
13. The Cats Protection charity shop.
14. £2 per DVD for 3 nights.
15. Answers vary – e.g. DARWIN, BACON, BUTLER, LOCKE, H.SPENCER, SCOTT,
FIELDING, GOLDSMITH, DICKENS, etc. They are all scientific or literary figures.
16. Answers vary – e.g. Jazz, Blues, Gospel, Classical, Pop, etc.
17. “Games”.
18. 01332 255400 and 01332 255401.
19. DVD hire and various events.
20. DERBY PUBLIC LIBRARY AND MUSEUM AD 1878.
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