Nonfiction Text Features

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What is an Index?

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An index is a list at the end of a book that shows where to find specific topics or information.

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What are Headings and Titles?

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Headings and titles are used to divide and label sections of text, often in bold or larger font.

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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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How can an author emphasize text?

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An author can emphasize text by using bold, italics, or color to catch the reader's attention.

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What is a Caption?

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A caption is the text that explains an illustration or picture.

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What is a Glossary?

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A glossary is a list of terms and their definitions found at the end of a book.

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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 Photograph in nonfiction?

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A photograph is a real image that shows what something looks like in real life.

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What is an Illustration?

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

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What is a Label?

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A label is a word or phrase that describes something in a picture or diagram.