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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much might a division librarian overseeing many branches earn?
(a) $170,000.
(b) $145,000.
(c) Around $150,000.
(d) Close to $200,000.

2. When did a public library first exist in Los Angeles?
(a) 1859.
(b) 1867.
(c) 1874.
(d) 1888.

3. When did the Los Angeles Central Library open?
(a) 1931.
(b) 1942.
(c) 1918.
(d) 1926.

4. Where did Peggy Murphy begin her library career?
(a) Des Moines, Iowa.
(b) Fort Wayne, Indiana.
(c) Dallas, Texas.
(d) Mount Vernon, New York.

5. In Poland during World War II, what percent of the books in the country were destroyed?
(a) 80%.
(b) 85%.
(c) 70%.
(d) 75%.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time did the library open daily?

2. About what percent of the library system's literacy students are not native English speakers?

3. When did Harry Peak die?

4. What type of vehicle did Harry drive as a chauffeur for a neighbor?

5. How many books were destroyed in the fire?

Short Essay Questions

1. What struggle was there for the library staff to work after the fire?

2. What were some events that happened during Creason's career at Central Library?

3. How many times were there fires in the Central Library after the fire in April 1986?

4. What had to be done after the fire was put out?

5. What was the Career Onlie High School (COHS)?

6. Why was Mary Jones removed as city librarian?

7. Who was Bertram Goodhue?

8. Why did Arin Kasparian start working at the library, and how did it change his goals for a career?

9. Who was C.J. Moon?

10. Why did Orlean decide to burn a book, and why was it difficult for her?

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