Using Encyclopedias

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Using Encyclopedias
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Encyclopedias can be used to find information
about almost any topic. You will find

• written information
• maps
• charts
• photographs
• drawings

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Using an Encyclopedia

• Encyclopedias are arranged alphabetically. That
  means you would choose the "B" volume for
  information about Bahrain or Beirut.

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Encyclopedia Index

• In general encyclopedias, the index is usually a
  single volume which will direct you very quickly
  to the exact pages you need. Using the index is
  often a quick way to find the information you
  need.

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Locating Information Quickly

• You don't have to read the entire article.
• Encyclopedia articles are designed to be scanned
  quickly for key information. That's why they
  include sub-headings and "fast facts" or "facts
  in brief."

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Locating Information Quickly

• Fast Facts These are lists of key information.
  This example tells us that the UAE's capital is
  Abu Dhabi, its estimated population is 2.5
  million, and its "chief products" include
  petroleum.