Library of Congress Classification Flashcards
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What does the letter A represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

  • History (Auxilliary Science-Archaeology, Genealogy)
  • Geography, Anthropology, Folklore, Dance, Sports
  • Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
  • General Works (Encyclopedias, Almanacs, Directories) (correct)
  • What does the letter B represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

  • Philosophy, Psychology, Religion (correct)
  • Military Science
  • History (General U.S.)
  • General Works
  • What does the letter C represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

  • Fine Arts
  • Science
  • History (Auxilliary Science-Archaeology, Genealogy) (correct)
  • Education
  • What does the letter D represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>History (General and all except North and South America)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter E represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>History (General U.S.)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter F represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>History (Local U.S., Canada, Mexico, South America)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter G represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Geography, Anthropology, Folklore, Dance, Sports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter H represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Social Sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter J represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Political Science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter K represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter L represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter M represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter N represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Fine Arts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter P represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Language and Literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter Q represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter R represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter S represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter T represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter U represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Military Science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter V represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Naval Science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter Z represent in the Library of Congress Classification System?

    <p>Bibliography, Library Science, Publishing Industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Library of Congress Classification System

    • Class A covers General Works, including encyclopedias, almanacs, and directories.
    • Class B encompasses Philosophy, Psychology, and Religion, dealing with fundamental human thought and belief systems.
    • Class C focuses on History, particularly auxiliary sciences such as archaeology and genealogy.
    • Class D targets World History excluding North and South America, providing a global historical context.
    • Class E is dedicated to United States History, covering various periods and significant events.
    • Class F includes Local U.S. History and history of Canada, Mexico, and South America, emphasizing regional historical narratives.
    • Class G comprises topics related to Geography, Anthropology, Folklore, Dance, and Sports, reflecting diverse human activities and natural landscapes.
    • Class H covers the Social Sciences, exploring societal structures and relationships.
    • Class J is concerned with Political Science, examining governmental systems, political behavior, and public policy.
    • Class K is reserved for Law, encompassing various legal systems, statutes, and legal history.
    • Class L relates to Education, focusing on teaching, learning theories, and educational systems.
    • Class M focuses on Music, including history, theory, and practices of musical arts.
    • Class N covers Fine Arts, including visual arts, art history, and criticism.
    • Class P deals with Language and Literature, exploring literature, linguistics, and language studies.
    • Class Q is associated with Science, covering various scientific disciplines and innovations.
    • Class R pertains to Medicine, including medical practices, health sciences, and medical history.
    • Class S focuses on Agriculture, addressing farming practices, agronomy, and related sciences.
    • Class T highlights Technology, examining inventions, engineering, and technological advancements.
    • Class U is dedicated to Military Science, exploring military history, strategies, and operations.
    • Class V covers Naval Science, focusing on naval operations, engineering, and maritime studies.
    • Class Z relates to Bibliography, Library Science, and the Publishing Industry, emphasizing information organization and dissemination.

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