Nonfiction Text Features

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What is a glossary?

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A glossary is an alphabetical list of important words in a book and their meanings.

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What is a sidebar in nonfiction texts?

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A sidebar is a text feature that provides additional information alongside the main text.

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What is a diagram?

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A diagram is a visual representation that shows the parts of something, often labeled for clarity.

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What is an index?

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

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What is the purpose of a glossary?

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The purpose of a glossary is to help readers find the meanings of words used in the text.

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What does a table of contents do?

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A table of contents lists the chapters or sections of a book along with their page numbers.

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What are headings?

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Headings are titles or subtitles that indicate the main topics or sections of a text.

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What is the role of captions in nonfiction texts?

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Captions provide explanations or descriptions for photographs or illustrations.

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What is a chart?

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A chart is a visual representation of data, often used to compare information.

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How do photographs enhance nonfiction texts?

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Photographs provide visual evidence and help illustrate the content being discussed.