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What is a caption?

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A caption is a text feature that explains or describes a photograph or illustration.

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What does the compare and contrast text structure do?

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It organizes the text by explaining how things are alike and different.

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What is informational text?

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Informational text provides the reader with facts and information.

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What is the spatial/descriptive text structure?

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It organizes information based on the physical layout or characteristics of a subject.

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What are signal words?

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Signal words are words that indicate the purpose of the text and can improve your understanding.

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What is a glossary?

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A glossary is a list of terms and their definitions, usually 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 of the chapters or sections in a book along with their page numbers.

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What is a diagram?

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A diagram is a visual representation that explains or illustrates information.

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What is the purpose of headings in a text?

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Headings help to organize the text and indicate what the following section will be about.

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What does the cause and effect text structure explain?

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It explains the reasons why something happens and the results of that event.