Informational Text Features/Structures

Front

What is the purpose of the table of contents?

Back

To show the reader where to find specific chapters and/or sections of the text.

Front

What is an image taken with a camera called?

Back

Photograph.

Front

What text feature tells the definition of some of the words in the text?

Back

Glossary.

Front

Which text feature uses labels to tell the names of certain parts of an image?

Back

Diagram.

Front

What is a diagram?

Back

A visual representation that uses labels to show the names of parts of an image.

Front

What is the purpose of a glossary in a book?

Back

To provide definitions of key words found throughout the text.

Front

What does a problem/solution text structure do?

Back

It shows a problem and explains how to solve it.

Front

What is an illustration?

Back

A drawing or picture that helps explain the text.

Front

What is the index of a book?

Back

A list at the back of the book that shows where to find specific topics.

Front

What is the difference between a photograph and an illustration?

Back

A photograph is a real image taken with a camera, while an illustration is a drawing or created image.