2nd Grade Text Features

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What is an Index?

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An Index is a list at the back of a book that helps you find the page with the information you need quickly.

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What is Bold Print?

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Bold Print is text that is darker and thicker than regular text, used to highlight important words.

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What is a Subheading?

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A Subheading is a title that comes before a section of text, telling us what that section is about.

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What is the purpose of a Glossary?

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A Glossary is a list of important words in a book with their meanings, usually found at the end.

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What is a Caption?

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A Caption is a short description or explanation of a picture or illustration.

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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 and their page numbers.

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What is an Icon?

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An Icon is a small picture or symbol that represents something, often used to help explain information.

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What is the purpose of illustrations in a text?

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Illustrations help to explain or enhance the information in the text, making it easier to understand.

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What is a Feature in a text?

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A Feature is a special part of a text that helps readers understand the information better.

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What is the purpose of using different font sizes?

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Different font sizes can show importance or help organize information in a text.