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Anatomy of a Book

The Front End

 

Knowing the parts of your textbook will help you take notes and find information quickly and effectively on test day!

 

  • Spine

  • Cover

  • Title page

  • Preface

The Rest of the Story

The Back End

  • Appendix

  • Glossary

  • End Notes

  • Index

Stuck in the Middle

The Chapters

Chapter extras:

  • Figures and tables

  • Definition

  • Ethical Issues Quizzes

  • “Your Thoughts” questions

  • Tips for Your Career

 

Extras provide visual interest and help you think deeper about the material by applying it to your own life

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