College & Me: Library Edition

Library

100

In 1905, the first bookmobile in the United States began delivering books to readers in which state?

 

Maryland 

     

 

200

Outside the New York Public Library, there are two famous statues named Patience and Fortitude. What kind of animals are they?

Hint: During the Great Depression (1929-39), the mayor of New York told people that these statues showed the qualities they needed most to get through tough times—like courage, hope, and strength.  

Lion(s)

300

Which music video was the first one chosen by the Library of Congress to be preserved in the National Film Registry? 

Hint 1: Premiering on MTV on December 2, 1983, this Michael Jackson music video made the network a worldwide sensation.  

Hint 2: The most famous red jacket in music history makes an appearance.

Thriller

400

This Puerto Rican American actor, songwriter, and composer created the hit Broadway musical Hamilton and wrote songs for Disney’s Moana and Encanto. Who is he? 

A. Bruno Mars
B. Lin-Manuel Miranda
C. Bad Bunny
D. Pedro Pascal

B. Lin-Manuel Miranda

500

Which Founding Father is credited with forming the first public library in America in 1731?

Hint 1: This Founding Father is also known for inventing the lightning rod (kite, key, lightning) and the bifocals. 

Hint 2: His face appears on the $100. 

Benjamin Franklin 

It was called the "Library Company of Philadelphia."

600

This First Lady earned a Master of Library Science degree from the University of Texas at Austin in 1973 and worked as a second-grade teacher and later as a public-school librarian in Dallas, Houston, and Austin.

Hint: She was First Lady during her husband’s presidency from 2001–2009.

A. Hillary Clinton

B. Michelle Obama

C. Laura Bush

D. Jill Biden

 

 

C. Laura Bush

Library: Part II

100

Which early U.S. president, and founding father, may hold one of history’s longest overdue-library-book records after checking out two books in 1789 and never returning them? 

The books were roughly 221 years overdue. 

George Washington

       

200

In 2025, which animated movie about a family of superheroes was chosen by the Library of Congress to join the National Film Registry? 

A. Megamind
B. Big Hero 6
C. The Incredibles
D. Despicable Me

C. The Incredibles

      

300

This 3rd U.S. President had such a large personal library that when the Library of Congress (at the time U.S. Capitol) burned down in 1814, he donated his entire collection to help replace it. Who was he? 

Hint: He wrote the Declaration of Independence. 

           

Thomas Jefferson

He was only 33 years old when he wrote the Declaration, and would later become the 3rd President of the United States. 

400

The graphic novel, Mexikid,  is based on events from author Pedro Martín's own life, making it this type, or genre, of book.

             

A. Historical Fiction
B. Memoir/Autobiography
C. Fantasy
D. Biography

B. Memoir/Autobiography

500

This 26th U.S. President was known for being a “speed reader,” reportedly reading a book every day.

Hint 1: He helped create 23 National Park Systems to protect the nation's natural beauty. 

Hint 2: The Teddy Bear is named after him.

Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt

600

Born in New York City to Puerto Rican parents, this history-making woman became the first Latina to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court in 2009. Who is she? 

A. Jennifer Lopez
B. Sonia Sotomayor
C. Selena Gomez
D. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC)

B. Sonia Sotomayor

  

Titles

100

This beloved Maurice Sendak classic continues to rank among the best-selling children’s books of all time.  

A) Where the Wild Things Are

B) The Snowy Day

C) Goodnight Moon

D) In the Night Kitchen

Hint: These famous creatures might never have existed if Maurice Sendak had been better at drawing horses!

A) Where the Wild Things Are

200

What was the very first book in R.L. Stine's original Goosebumps series?

A. Night of the Living Dummy  

B. Welcome to Dead House  

C. Say Cheese and Die! 

D. Monster Blood   

B. Welcome to the Dead House

300

In this Neil Gaiman book, a boy named Bod is raised by ghosts in a graveyard while trying to uncover the mystery of his past and the danger that still follows him. What is the title? 

A. Coraline
B. The Night Gardener
C. The Graveyard Book
D. Ghosts

Hint: Bod’s full name is Nobody Owens—and his childhood home is anything but ordinary. 

C. The Graveyard Book

       

     

400

This fantasy series begins when twins Alex and Conner discover that a book of fairy tales is actually a portal to a magical world. What is the series? 

A. Whatever After
B. The Land of Stories
C. The School for Good and Evil
D. Fablehaven

Hint: The first book is subtitled The Wishing Spell. 

B. The Land of Stories

   

500

Which graphic novel series by Kazu Kibuishi follows siblings Emily and Navin into a mysterious fantasy world? 

A. Wings of Fire
B. Bone
C. Amulet
D. The Last Kids on Earth

C. Amulet

       

600

Which 1963 Caldecott Medal-winning picture book by Ezra Jack Keats is the most checked-out book in the history of the New York Public Library? 

A. Where the Wild Things Are 

B. The Very Hungry Caterpillar 

C. The Snowy Day 

D. Goodnight Moon 

C. The Snowy Day

The Snowy Day has been checked out 485,583 times from the New York Public Library, making it the most borrowed book in the library’s 125-year history.

Authors/Illustrators

100

Who wrote and illustrated the graphic novels Smile, Ghosts, Drama, Guts, and Sisters?

A. Cece Bell

B. Raina Telgemeier

C. Molly Knox Ostertag

D. Jennifer Holm

B. Raina Telgemeier

 

 

200

Which female author holds the record for one of the best-selling book series of ALL time? 

A. Judy Blume

B. J.K. Rowling

C. Beverly Cleary

D. Jacqueline Woodson

B. J.K. Rowling

300

This author wrote The Wild Robot, about a robot named Roz who learns to survive in nature. Who is he?

A. Mac Barnett
B. Peter Brown
C. Jeff Kinney
D. Brian Selznick

Hint: This author also wrote and illustrated Creepy Carrots! and Mr. Tiger Goes Wild.

B. Peter Brown

        

400

This author is known for using playful rhyme, made-up words, and memorable rhythms in children’s books. His first published book was And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street. Who is the author?

A. Shel Silverstein

B. Dr. Seuss

C. Roald Dahl

D. Jack Prelutsky

B. Dr. Seuss

500

A runaway girl, a talking skull, and a spooky abandoned house are at the center of The Skull. This author and illustrator, also known for his hat-themed picture books, retold and illustrated the unusual folktale. 

A. Dav Pilkey
B. Mac Barnett
C. Jon Klassen
D. Jeff Kinney

     

 

C. Jon Klassen

600

This author wrote Esperanza Rising, the story of a young girl who must leave her privileged life in Mexico and begin a new life in California during the Great Depression. Who is the author? 

A. Meg Medina
B. Kate DiCamillo
C. Pam Muñoz Ryan
D. Jacqueline Woodson

  

C. Pam Muñoz Ryan

     

Characters

100

Things go very wrong for the young hero of Roald Dahl’s The Witches when the witches discover him. What do they magically transform him into? 

A Mouse

200

In Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Percy discovers that his father is which Greek god?

A. Zeus

B. Apollo

C. Poseidon 

D. Hermes 

Hint: Think oceans, earthquakes, and a three-pronged weapon.

C. Poseidon

300

In Harry Potter, which character is known for being extremely smart, loving books, and helping Harry and Ron solve problems? 

A. Luna Lovegood
B. Ginny Weasley
C. Hermione Granger
D. Cho Chang

C. Hermione Granger

      
 

     

       

400

What does Marlene begin to learn about her curly hair in the graphic novel Frizzy?

A. It needs to be straightened to look good
B. It is too difficult to take care of
C. Her natural curls are something to embrace and be proud of
D. She should always wear it tied back

C. Her natural curls are something to embrace and be proud of

         

500

                       

Q1: Why does Big Anthony use Strega Nona’s magic pasta pot? 

A) He wants to open a restaurant
B) He wants to prove to the villagers that the pot is magical
C) He wants to surprise Strega Nona
D) He is hungry and wants dinner

Q2: What important step does Big Anthony forget when he tries to stop the magic pasta pot?

A) Put the lid on the pot
B) Stir it three times
C) Blow three kisses
D) Say “please stop”

Q1: B) He wants to prove to the villagers that the pot is magical

        

Q2: C) Blow three kisses

          

600

In Julián Is a Mermaid, Julián dreams of dressing like a beautiful mermaid. Which family member surprises him by helping him complete his fabulous outfit?

A. His sister
B. His aunt
C. His abuela (grandmother)
D. His cousin  

C. His abuela (grandmother)

      

Garrett College

100

What type of college is Garrett College?

A) A four-year university

B) A trade school for only electricians

C) A private college

D) A two-year college

D) A two-year college 

GC also offers numerous Trade and Technical Programs 

200

At Garrett College, which student service center is the place where you can find the library, career counseling, academic advising, and tutoring all in one spot?

The Learning Commons

300

             

Q1: Garrett College is located in which Maryland town?

Hint: It's not Deep Creek Lake

Q2: It's also located in this Maryland County.

Hint: You shouldn't need one!

Q1: McHenry

Q2: Garrett County

400

Garrett College is named after Garrett County. Who was Garrett County named after? 

A) John Friend

B) John W. Garrett

C) Meshach Browning

D) Mary Elizabeth Garrett

B) John W. Garrett

He became President of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad (B&O) on November 17, 1858, and held that role for about 26 years. 

During the Civil War, Garrett and the B&O played a vital role in supporting the Union by transporting troops, equipment, and supplies because the railroad linked Washington, D.C. with the rest of the Union.

500

Garrett College welcomed its first students 55 years ago. It's now 2026. Do the math - what year was that?

1971

Garrett College was founded in 1967!

 

600

Garrett College has a special center that studies the outdoors and the environment. What is it called?

A) The Science Dome

B) The Center for Adventure and Outdoor Studies

C) The Discovery Zone

D) The Nature Explorers Club 

B) The Center for Adventure and Outdoor Studies (CAOS)