Text Features

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What is an illustration?

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An illustration is a picture or drawing that helps to explain or enhance the text.

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What does a heading do?

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A heading is a title or subtitle that tells the reader what a section of text is about.

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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 shows the chapters and their page numbers.

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What is a glossary?

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A glossary is a list of difficult words and their meanings, usually found at the end of a book.

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What is a map?

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A map is a visual representation of an area, showing locations, roads, and landmarks.

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What are photographs used for in a text?

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Photographs are used to help the reader visualize something described in the text.

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What is a caption?

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A caption is a short description or explanation of a picture or illustration.

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What is an index?

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An index is an alphabetical list of topics and where they can be found in a book.

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What is the purpose of labels in a diagram?

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Labels identify parts of a diagram, helping the reader understand what they are looking at.

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What is a bold word?

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A bold word is a word that is darker and thicker than the surrounding text, often used to emphasize important terms.