MLS Knowledge Organization and Cataloging 4

Question 1

When cataloging a map under RDA, which element corresponds to the ISBD Area 3 'mathematical data'?

Accepted Answer

Scale and projection

Answer

For cartographic materials, RDA records scale and projection as material-specific details, corresponding to ISBD Area 3.

Question 2

Which Library of Congress authority file is the standard source for name headings in US cataloging practice?

Accepted Answer

NACO Authority File (LC/NACO)

Answer

The LC/NACO Authority File maintained through the Name Authority Cooperative Program provides authorized name headings for persons, families, and corporate bodies.

Question 3

In MARC 21, what does the second indicator value '0' in field 245 signify?

Accepted Answer

No nonfiling characters (no article at the start)

Answer

A second indicator of '0' in MARC 245 means there are no nonfiling characters to skip when filing, i.e., the title does not begin with an article.

Question 4

Which RDA relationship designator would be recorded for a person who wrote the words of a song (but not the music)?

Accepted Answer

Lyricist

Answer

The RDA relationship designator 'Lyricist' identifies a person responsible for writing the words (lyrics) of a musical work.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a 'scope note' in a subject heading or thesaurus entry?

Accepted Answer

To define the boundaries of the term's usage and distinguish it from related terms

Answer

A scope note clarifies the intended meaning and range of application of a heading, helping indexers use terms consistently.

MLS - Master of Library and Information Science Practice Test

MLS - Master of Library and Information Science Practice Test

MLS Knowledge Organization and Cataloging 4