National Libraries of the World Quiz

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Which national library was established first?

State Lenin Library, Moscow
National Library of India
Bibliothec Nationale, Paris (correct)
Library of Congress, USA

Which of the following libraries was founded in the 20th century?

National Diet Library, Japan (correct)
State Lenin Library, Moscow
National Library of India
National Library, Germany

What year did the Library of Congress, USA commence operations?

1800 (correct)
1835
1912
1862

Which library is associated with Moscow?

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Which national library is the most recent in its establishment?

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Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The oldest national library in the world, established as a royal library in 1440.

Library of Congress, USA

Established in 1800, it is the national library of the United States and houses an extensive collection of books, manuscripts, and other materials.

National Diet Library, Japan

Established in 1948, it serves as the national library of Japan, housing a vast collection of materials related to Japanese history, culture, and society.

National Library of India

Founded in 1835, it is the national library of India, holding an extensive collection of books, manuscripts, and other materials related to Indian culture and history.

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National Library, Germany

Established in 1912, it serves as the national library of Germany, responsible for preserving the nation's literary and cultural heritage.

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Study Notes

National Libraries of the World

The Lenin State Library in Moscow was established in 1862.
The National Library of India opened in 1835.
The Bibliothèque Nationale de France (National Library of France) was founded in 1440.
The National Diet Library of Japan opened in 1948.
The National Library of Germany was established in 1912.
The Library of Congress in the USA was opened in 1800.