Informational Text Structures & Features

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What is a heading in an informational text?

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A heading is a title or label that indicates the main topic of a section in an informational text.

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What is a subheading?

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A subheading is a smaller title that provides more specific information about a section under a main heading.

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What is the purpose of the table of contents?

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The table of contents lists all the chapters or sections in a book along with the pages where they begin.

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What does 'author's purpose' mean?

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Author's purpose refers to the reason why the author wrote the text, such as to inform, entertain, or persuade.

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What are text features?

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Text features are elements that help organize and enhance the understanding of the text, such as headings, captions, and diagrams.

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What is a caption?

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A caption is a brief explanation or description of an image or diagram in a text.

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What is the glossary in a book?

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The glossary is a section at the end of a book that provides definitions of key terms used in the text.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in the text.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.

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What is an informational text?

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An informational text is a type of writing that provides factual information about a specific topic.