Nonfiction Text Features

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What is a caption?

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A caption is a brief explanation or description accompanying an illustration, photograph, or diagram.

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What are nonfiction text features?

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Nonfiction text features are elements that help organize and present information in a text, such as headings, subheadings, captions, and diagrams.

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What is a sidebar?

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A sidebar is a short article or piece of information placed alongside the main text, often providing additional context or details.

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What is a labeled diagram?

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A labeled diagram is an illustration that includes labels to identify different parts or features, helping readers understand the content better.

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What is bold print?

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Bold print is text that is darker and thicker than the surrounding text, used to emphasize important words or phrases.

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What is an inset?

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An inset is a smaller illustration or map placed within a larger one, providing additional information or context.

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What is a cutaway illustration?

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A cutaway illustration shows the inside of an object by removing part of its exterior, helping to explain how it works.

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What is a heading?

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A heading is a title or subtitle that indicates the topic of a section in a text, helping readers navigate the content.

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What is a chart?

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A chart is a visual representation of data, often using bars, lines, or pie slices to make information easier to understand.

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What is a photograph in nonfiction texts?

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A photograph is a real image captured by a camera, used in nonfiction texts to provide visual evidence or context.