Nonfiction Text Features

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What is a heading?

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A heading is a title or subtitle that helps to organize information in a text and indicates the main idea of a section.

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Where can you find a caption?

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A caption is usually found close to a picture, providing information about the image.

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What does a glossary contain?

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A glossary contains definitions of important terms used in a text.

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What is a photograph?

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A photograph is a real-life picture taken with a camera.

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What is the purpose of an index?

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An index is a list at the end of a book that helps you find specific topics or keywords.

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What is the table of contents?

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The 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 diagram?

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A diagram is a drawing that explains or shows how something works.

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What is the purpose of pronunciations in a text?

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Pronunciations help readers know how to say a word correctly.

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What is the difference between a photograph and a drawing?

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A photograph is a real image captured by a camera, while a drawing is an artistic representation created by hand.

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What is an example of a nonfiction text feature?

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Examples of nonfiction text features include headings, captions, diagrams, and tables of contents.