Non-fiction Text Features

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What is a graph?

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A graph is a visual representation of data that shows relationships between different things, often using lines or bars.

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What is a glossary?

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A glossary is a list of terms and their definitions found at the end of a book, helping readers understand specific words used in the text.

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What is a heading?

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A heading is a title or subtitle that indicates the main topic of a section in a text.

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What is a caption?

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A caption is a brief explanation or description of an image or illustration in a text.

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What are photos/illustrations?

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Photos and illustrations are images used in a text to help explain or enhance the information being presented.

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What is a timeline?

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A timeline is a visual representation that shows events in chronological order, helping to understand the sequence of events.

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What is a map?

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A map is a visual representation of an area, showing locations, distances, and relationships between different places.

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What is an index?

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An index is an alphabetical list of topics or terms found in a book, along with page numbers where they can be found.

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What is a table of contents?

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A table of contents is a list at the beginning of a book that outlines the chapters or sections and their page numbers.

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What is a label?

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A label is a word or phrase that describes or identifies an object or part of an illustration.