Nonfiction Tools - Table Of Contents, Glossary, And Index

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  • 1. 

    Cheyenne is looking for the perfect book at the fair, but she's out of time.  Where can she look to see an alphabetized list of the important topics that are mentioned in the book?

    • A.

      Table of Contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    C. Index
    Explanation
    Kiya can look in the index to see an alphabetized list of the important topics mentioned in the book. The index is typically found at the back of the book and provides a reference guide to specific terms, concepts, and topics covered in the book, along with the page numbers where they can be found. This allows Kiya to quickly locate the relevant information she is looking for, even if she is short on time.

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  • 2. 

    Stewie just received his favorite magazine in the mail.  He wants to go straight to the section titled "Team of the Month."  What can he use to find the page number of this section?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Table of contents
    Explanation
    Michael can use the table of contents to find the page number of the "Team of the Month" section. The table of contents provides a list of the different sections or topics covered in the magazine along with their corresponding page numbers. By referring to the table of contents, Michael can easily locate the page number of the "Team of the Month" section and go straight to it.

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  • 3. 

    Jaxton is using his  math book when he comes across an unfamiliar word that is highlighted.  Where would he look to find the meaning of this word?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    B. Glossary
    Explanation
    John would look in the glossary to find the meaning of the unfamiliar word. The glossary is a section in a book that provides definitions and explanations of key terms and concepts used in the book. It is usually arranged alphabetically, making it easy for John to locate the word and understand its meaning. The glossary is a helpful resource for readers to quickly find definitions without having to search through the entire book.

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  • 4. 

    This tool is found at the back of the book, and includes a list of words in alphabetical order.  It is often used to help readers find the meanings of important words used in the book.

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    B. Glossary
    Explanation
    A glossary is a tool found at the back of a book that includes a list of words in alphabetical order. It is often used to help readers find the meanings of important words used in the book. The glossary provides definitions and explanations for terms and concepts that may be unfamiliar to the reader. It serves as a quick reference guide and aids in understanding the content of the book.

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  • 5. 

    Mary needs to find the definition of a bold-faced word found in her Social Studies book.  What tool would she use to find this information?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    B. Glossary
    Explanation
    Reese would use the glossary to find the definition of a bold-faced word in her Social Studies book. The glossary is a section in the book that provides definitions of key terms and concepts used in the text. By referring to the glossary, Reese can easily locate and understand the meaning of the bold-faced word she is looking for.

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  • 6. 

    Arabella is reading a non-fiction science book about the water cycle.  If she wants to know the meaning of the word "condensation," where should she look?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    B. Glossary
    Explanation
    Corey can find the meaning of the word "condensation" in the glossary of the non-fiction science book about the water cycle. The glossary is a section at the end of the book that provides definitions of key terms used in the book. It is specifically designed to help readers understand unfamiliar words and concepts. Therefore, Corey should refer to the glossary to find the meaning of "condensation".

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  • 7. 

    Sophie is using her science book to study for a test.  She comes across an unfamiliar word.  Where can she find the meaning of this term?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    B. Glossary
    Explanation
    Sophie can find the meaning of the unfamiliar word in the glossary of her science book. The glossary is a section in the book that provides definitions and explanations of important terms and concepts used in the text. It is usually arranged in alphabetical order, making it easy for Sophie to locate the specific term she is looking for and understand its meaning.

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  • 8. 

    Addison is using a word-reference tool that reminds her of a small dictionary.  What is she using?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    B. Glossary
    Explanation
    Addison is using a word-reference tool that reminds her of a small dictionary. The glossary is a section in a book, usually found at the end, that provides definitions or explanations of terms used in the text. Therefore, the glossary is the correct answer as it aligns with Addison's need for a word-reference tool similar to a small dictionary.

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  • 9. 

    Breslin is looking at the back of his textbook.  He sees a section that contains many words and page numbers to let him know which pages on which the words are found.  He is looking at the book's 

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    C. Index
    Explanation
    Bob is looking at the back of his textbook and sees a section that contains many words and page numbers to let him know which pages the words are found. This section is called the index. The index is typically found at the end of a book and serves as a reference guide, listing important terms, concepts, or topics along with the page numbers where they can be found. This helps Bob quickly locate specific information within the textbook.

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  • 10. 

    McKenna wants to learn more about Squanto.  She has a book, but doesn't see any chapter titles on him.  Where else can she look for the word "Squanto?"

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    C. Index
    Explanation
    Brianna can look for the word "Squanto" in the index. The index is a list of keywords or terms found in the book along with the corresponding page numbers. It helps readers quickly locate specific information within the book. If Brianna wants to find information specifically about Squanto, she can refer to the index to find the page numbers where his name is mentioned.

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  • 11. 

    You need to find Helen Keller in your social studies textbook.  Where would you look to find the pages "Keller" is found?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    C. Index
    Explanation
    The index is a section in a textbook that lists all the important terms, names, and topics mentioned in the book along with the page numbers where they can be found. Therefore, if you need to find Helen Keller in your social studies textbook, you would look in the index to find the page(s) where her name is mentioned.

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  • 12. 

    You learned about recycling in school and want to find out more.  Where would be the BEST place to look to see if the word "recycling" is mentioned in a book?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    C. Index
    Explanation
    The index would be the best place to look to see if the word "recycling" is mentioned in a book. An index is a list of keywords or topics along with the page numbers where they can be found in the book. By checking the index, you can quickly locate the specific pages where the word "recycling" is mentioned, allowing you to gather more information on the topic.

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  • 13. 

    This tool is found at the end of a nonfiction book, and includes a list of subjects in alphabetical order.  It helps readers find the pages where each subject can be found.

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    C. Index
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Index" because an index is a tool found at the end of a nonfiction book that helps readers find specific subjects. It is organized in alphabetical order and lists the pages where each subject can be found. The table of contents provides an overview of the book's structure, the glossary defines key terms, and option 4 is not mentioned or explained.

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  • 14. 

    This tool includes a list of important words in ABC order.  Readers may use this tool to LOCATE these words in the book.

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    C. Index
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Index" because an index is a list of important words or topics in alphabetical order, along with page numbers or locations where they can be found in a book. This tool is useful for readers who want to quickly locate specific words or topics in the book.

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  • 15. 

    Miss Chatcho asks the class to open their science books to the chapter that contains information about the water cycle.  What should they use to find this chapter?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Table of contents
    Explanation
    Mrs. Hoptak should use the table of contents to find the chapter that contains information about the water cycle. The table of contents is typically found at the beginning of a book and provides a list of the chapters or sections in the book, along with their page numbers. By referring to the table of contents, Mrs. Hoptak can easily locate the specific chapter she is looking for.

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  • 16. 

    Moana wants to know what topics are covered in a book in the library.  What tool tells her the names of the chapters contained in the book?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Table of contents
    Explanation
    The table of contents is a tool that provides a list of the chapters or sections contained in a book. It helps readers quickly navigate and locate specific topics or information within the book. Gillian can use the table of contents to determine the topics covered in the book she is interested in.

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  • 17. 

    Zyon is using a biography to research Ben Franklin.  He sees there is a chapter called "Famous Inventions."  What reference source is he using?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Table of contents
    Explanation
    The table of contents is a reference source that provides an organized list of the chapters or sections in a book, along with their page numbers. In this case, Ty is using the table of contents to navigate the biography and find the chapter titled "Famous Inventions." This helps him locate specific information about Ben Franklin's inventions within the book.

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  • 18. 

    Finley runs up to Shea and says, "I can't remember what we call the guide, or directory, at the beginning of a book. It gives us the page numbers for each chapter." Shea smiles and tells her it is called the book's ______.

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Table of contents
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Table of contents." The table of contents is a guide or directory located at the beginning of a book that lists the page numbers for each chapter or section. It helps readers navigate through the book and find specific information quickly.

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  • 19. 

    Carsyn picks up a book about snakes. He uses a tool to quickly preview the information covered in the book. It lets him know which topics are covered and how they are arranged in the book. What is he using?

    • A.

      Table Of Contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Table Of Contents
    Explanation
    Jacob is using the Table Of Contents. The Table Of Contents provides an overview of the topics covered in the book and their arrangement. It helps readers quickly locate specific information and navigate through the book efficiently.

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  • 20. 

    Which tool does NOT use alphabetical order?

    • A.

      Table of contents

    • B.

      Glossary

    • C.

      Index

    • D.

      Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Table of contents
    Explanation
    The table of contents does not use alphabetical order because it lists the chapters or sections of a book in the order they appear, rather than organizing them alphabetically. The glossary and index, on the other hand, typically arrange terms and topics alphabetically to make it easier for readers to locate specific information. Therefore, the table of contents is the tool that does not use alphabetical order.

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