Nonfiction Text FEATURES

Front

What is the purpose of a table of contents?

Back

It is located at the beginning of the book and lists the topics in the order they appear.

Front

Where can you find the index in a nonfiction book?

Back

The index is found at the back of the book and lists page numbers for information on topics.

Front

How does a map help readers?

Back

A map helps readers understand where things are located.

Front

What is a timeline?

Back

A timeline is a text feature that shows events in the order they happened.

Front

What do authors use to show the sequence of events?

Back

Authors use a timeline to show events in the order that they happened.

Front

What is a glossary?

Back

A glossary is a list of terms and their definitions found in the back of a book.

Front

What is the function of headings in a nonfiction text?

Back

Headings help organize the content and indicate what each section is about.

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What is an illustration?

Back

An illustration is a visual representation that helps explain or enhance the text.

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What is the role of bold words in nonfiction texts?

Back

Bold words highlight important terms or concepts that are key to understanding the material.

Front

What does a diagram illustrate?

Back

A diagram visually represents information or concepts, often showing relationships or processes.