BCG Quality Assurance & Compliance 3

Question 1

In BCG standards, a 'reasonably exhaustive search' is best understood to mean:

Accepted Answer

Searching all sources that a reasonable genealogist would consider relevant

Answer

A reasonably exhaustive search means consulting all sources a competent genealogist would deem relevant, balancing thoroughness with practicality.

Question 2

When citing a microfilmed copy of an original register, which layer of a source citation is MOST often omitted incorrectly?

Accepted Answer

The film number and repository of the microfilm

Answer

Researchers frequently cite only the original register without documenting the microfilm number and repository where they actually accessed it.

Question 3

A genealogist discovers that a key ancestor's 1880 census household conflicts with an 1879 land deed listing. The GPS-compliant action is to:

Accepted Answer

Analyze both sources, weigh their evidence, and explain any conflict

Answer

GPS requires analysis and written resolution of all conflicting evidence regardless of record type or government level.

Question 4

Under BCG's ethical standards, a genealogist who discovers evidence that disproves a client's cherished family legend must:

Accepted Answer

Report findings honestly, including contradictory evidence

Answer

BCG's ethics require honest reporting of all findings, including evidence that contradicts the client's expectations or beliefs.

Question 5

Which of the following would be classified as a 'primary' piece of information within a death certificate?

Accepted Answer

The date and place of death as reported by the attending physician

Answer

The attending physician had firsthand knowledge of the death event, making the date and place of death primary information.

(BCG) Board for the Certification of Genealogists Practice Test