Self-Evaluation 1

1. The purpose of a cataloging record is to:

   1. List all of the items in the library.

   2. Show the names of all of the authors in the library.

   3. Create a unique description of each item in the library.

   4. Contain information for only the library staff.
       

2. As long as all the information about an item in the library is in a cataloging record, it doesn’t matter what order that information comes in.
   
   True                 False
    

3. When creating subject headings:

   1. The cataloger can make up whatever terms she wants.

   2. Only subject headings from the Library of Congress are acceptable in the United States.

   3. Only 1-3 headings can be used.

   4. Libraries should use a standardized list of terms such as ‘Sears Subject Headings’ or ‘Library of Congress Subject Headings.’
       

4. Main entry must always be under the author’s name.
   
   True                 False