Text Features/Graphic Features

What does a hyperlink do in a text?

• It lists the chapters in the text

• It summarizes the main points

• It connects the reader to another place on the internet

• It provides a definition of a word

How does a table of contents differ from an index?

• A table of contents lists topics by page number at the beginning, while an index lists topics alphabetically at the end.

• An index is found at the beginning of the text, while a table of contents is at the end.

• An index provides definitions, while a table of contents does not.

• A table of contents uses bold text, while an index does not.

Why might an author use bold text in a piece of writing?

• To highlight important terms for the reader

• To make the text look more interesting

• To separate different sections of the text

• To provide additional information

What is the main purpose of a title in a piece of writing?

• To tell the reader what the text is about

• To provide a summary of the text

• To give the author's opinion

• To list the main points of the text

What is the purpose of a table of contents?

• To give the author's background information

• To tell the reader what content to expect and where to find it

• To provide a summary of each chapter

• To list all the vocabulary words

(a)   help the readers see where the places in the passage are in relation to geographic regions of the world.

• Illustrations
• Glossary
• Index
• Maps

Answer explanation

Maps help readers visualize the locations mentioned in the passage relative to geographic regions, making them the correct choice for understanding spatial relationships.

Small text found near a picture that gives important information about the picture.

• Caption

• Glossary

• Photograph

• Diagram

Answer explanation

A caption is a small text that provides important information about a picture, making it the correct choice. The other options, like glossary, photograph, and diagram, do not specifically refer to text accompanying an image.

A list of chapters in a book and the page numbers where each chapter starts.

• Index

• Table of Contents

• Glossary

• Framed Text (Text Box, Insert)

Answer explanation

The 'Table of Contents' lists chapters and their starting page numbers, making it the correct choice. An index is for topics, a glossary defines terms, and framed text refers to boxed content.

Words or phrases that divide the text into smaller parts. 

• Subheading

• Heading

• Title

• Caption

Answer explanation

Subheadings are used to divide text into smaller parts, making it easier to navigate and understand. Unlike headings or titles, which introduce sections, subheadings provide further organization within those sections.

What graphic feature is shown in this example?

• photograph

• table

• map

• diagram

Answer explanation

The graphic feature shown is a diagram, which visually represents information or data, often using symbols and labels. This distinguishes it from photographs, tables, and maps, which serve different purposes.