History of Libraries

Question 1

Define an Archive.

Answer 1

A collection of records, that have been obtained. The records collected can be either out of date or current.

Question 2

Define a Library.

Answer 2

A collection of non-original printed and non-printed materials available for circulation or general use.

Question 3

Define a Record Management Unit.

Answer 3

A unit that tends to deal with current records within a organisation that provides continued access and development of said records.

Question 4

Libraries, archives and records weren’t disguishable in the past. What would help these organisations develop as separate entities?

Answer 4

Social, economic and political conditions.

Question 5

What specifically from the social aspect helped libraries, archives and records develop into seperate entities?

Answer 5

1. The need for storage of information and records within an urban environment.
2. Leisure time to purse arts and knowledge.
3. Periods of intellectual creativity.

Question 6

What specifically from the economic aspect helped libraries, archives and records develop into seperate entities?

Answer 6

1. Prosperity and surplus of wealth to find libraries.

2. Wealthy individuals with philanthropic interests.

Question 7

What specifically from the political aspect helped libraries, archives and records develop into seperate entities?

Answer 7

1. Stability.
2. An enlightened leader to emphasise the value of knowledge and provide funding to study and research.
3. Periods when national power and economy are considered dependant on knowledge and information.