The Life of Charles Dickens - Lesson 3 - Definitions of Sources Worksheet
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A Contents Page is a list of chapters found at the beginning of a book, providing an overview of the book's structure and allowing readers to easily navigate to different sections. It serves as a roadmap, detailing the titles and starting page numbers of chapters, sections, or parts contained within the book. This feature is particularly useful for readers seeking specific information or wishing to jump to a particular topic of interest.
An Index Page is an alphabetical list of keywords, names, or subjects mentioned in a book, typically located at the end. It includes the page numbers where these items can be found, facilitating quick access to information. A Glossary, on the other hand, is a list of difficult or specialised terms used in the text, accompanied by their definitions, aimed at clarifying any jargon or unfamiliar vocabulary for the reader. The Dewey Decimal System is a library classification system that organises books into categories to aid in their retrieval. An Expert is a person who possesses a high level of knowledge or skill in a particular field. Finally, a Search Engine is a digital tool or service that enables users to search for information on the internet by entering keywords or queries.