Page 15 -- Reading Praxis

What is the main purpose of a table of contents in an informational text?

• To provide a summary of the text
• To list the chapters or sections with page numbers
• To highlight key vocabulary words
• To showcase the author's credentials

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a feature typically found at the beginning of a nonfiction book?

• Table of contents
• Preface
• Index
• Introduction

What does a glossary in an informational text provide?

• A list of sources used
• Definitions of key terms
• Additional reading suggestions
• Author's biography

Which feature allows readers to quickly locate specific information within a text?

• Headings
• Footnotes
• Appendix
• Bibliography

What is the primary function of subheadings in an informational text?

• To provide decorative elements
• To break the text into smaller, more manageable sections
• To summarize the entire text
• To list sources

Which text feature is particularly useful for visual learners?

• Footnotes
• Diagrams
• Table of contents
• Index

What is the purpose of an index in a nonfiction book?

• To provide a summary of each chapter
• To list key terms alphabetically with page numbers
• To explain difficult concepts
• To showcase the author's expertise

Which feature typically appears at the end of a nonfiction book and provides additional resources?

• Preface
• Table of contents
• Bibliography
• Glossary

What is the main purpose of captions in an informational text?

• To provide decorative elements
• To explain images or figures
• To list sources
• To summarize chapters

Which text feature helps readers understand the organization of a book at a glance?

• Index
• Glossary
• Table of contents
• Appendix