Graphic Organizer Flashcards
A visual tool that helps writers structure information into organizational patterns.
Graphic organizer
A chart type that shows comparisons across different categories using rectangular bars.
Bar graph
A diagram used to show a process with steps represented by symbols.
Flowchart
A tool often used for brainstorming and promoting active learning.
Graphic organizer
A visual representation showing relationships between different data points.
Figure
An illustrative figure used to compare and contrast two or more ideas.
Venn diagram
This type of chart breaks down a whole into parts, often displayed in a circular format.
Pie chart
This type of chart is often used to visualize trends over time.
Line graph
A type of chart or diagram that displays ranks and relationships within an organization.
Organizational chart
A graphic consisting of rows and columns, useful for comparing detailed data.
Table
The part of a table that includes the column headings.
Boxhead
This should be used to simplify data in a clear and concise visual form without overcrowding.
Clear, simple format
This section of a figure provides an explanation of each visual element, like legends or keys.
Key/Legend
A powerful position in an organizational chart would typically be located here.
Top of the chart
A principle of effective visuals to avoid misinterpreting or misrepresenting data.
Accurate data representation
Which type of graphic organizer is ideal for showing part-whole relationships?
a) Line graph
b) Venn diagram
c) Pie chart
d) Flowchart
c) Pie chart
Which graphic would best show logical steps in a process?
a) Line graph
b) Flowchart
c) Pie chart
d) Bar graph
b) Flowchart
Which element in a table is the leftmost column that holds row headings?
a) Stub
b) Boxhead
c) Legend
d) Axis
a) Stub
In a visual representation, legends, keys, and labels are essential because they:
a) Make visuals more decorative
b) Serve as the main content
c) Explain each part of the visual
d) Are only decorative elements
c) Explain each part of the visual
When creating a visual, it is important to:
a) Avoid providing too much space
b) Discuss the visual within nearby text
c) Place all visuals at the end of the document
d) Use small text to save space
b) Discuss the visual within nearby text
Which graphic organizer is best for showing relationships between overlapping categories?
a) Bar graph
b) Venn diagram
c) Pie chart
d) Line graph
b) Venn diagram
Which axis in a line graph usually represents time?
a) Vertical (y-axis)
b) Horizontal (x-axis)
c) None; time isn’t represented
d) Both axes
b) Horizontal (x-axis)
What should be avoided in the design of a graphic organizer?
a) Clear labels
b) Crowded data
c) Consistent formatting
d) Appropriate scaling
b) Crowded data
Tables are useful for:
a) Decorative purposes
b) Showing trends over time
c) Presenting detailed data in rows and columns
d) Visualizing part-whole relationships
c) Presenting detailed data in rows and columns
Which visual best shows hierarchical relationships?
a) Line graph
b) Pie chart
c) Organizational chart
d) Venn diagram
c) Organizational chart
In a bar graph, what aspect of the bars represents the values they convey?
a) Width
b) Color
c) Length or height
d) Shape
c) Length or height
What type of graph is ideal for showing continuous data trends over time?
a) Pie chart
b) Line graph
c) Bar graph
d) Flowchart
b) Line graph
Which type of graphic is labeled at the bottom, typically used to display images or diagrams?
a) Table
b) Figure
c) Flowchart
d) Organizational chart
b) Figure
What is the main purpose of using white space around visuals?
a) To add decoration
b) To enhance readability and clarity
c) To reduce page count
d) To save ink
b) To enhance readability and clarity
Which type of chart is commonly used to present survey results in separate categories?
a) Bar graph
b) Line graph
c) Pie chart
d) Organizational chart
a) Bar graph
