Nonfiction Text Features

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What is a drawing of a place called?

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A map is a drawing that shows where places are located.

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What does an index help a reader do?

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An index helps a reader quickly find the pages for topics in the book.

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Where is the table of contents found in a book?

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The table of contents is found at the front of the book.

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Where is the glossary located in a nonfiction book?

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The glossary is located at the back of the book.

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How does the table of contents help a reader?

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The table of contents helps a reader find parts of the book quickly.

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What is the purpose of a map?

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A map shows the locations of places and helps people understand geography.

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What is a glossary?

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A glossary is a list of words and their meanings found in a book.

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What is the purpose of the index in a book?

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The index helps readers find specific topics and where they are located in the book.

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What information does the table of contents provide?

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The table of contents provides a list of chapters or sections in the book and their page numbers.

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What is a nonfiction book?

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A nonfiction book provides factual information about real events, people, or topics.