Text Features

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What is the function of a timeline?

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To help readers understand the time it took for something to happen.

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What do we call pictures taken with a camera to show objects as they appear in real life?

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Photograph.

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What is the difference between an illustration and a picture?

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An illustration is drawn, while a picture is taken with a real camera.

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If you don't understand what's going on in a picture in your book, what can you do?

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Read the caption.

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What text feature is added to help provide more information about photographs, illustrations, or diagrams?

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Labels.

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What is a diagram?

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A diagram is a drawing that explains or shows how something works.

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What is a caption?

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A caption is a short description or explanation of a picture.

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What are subheadings?

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Subheadings are titles that divide sections of text to help organize information.

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What is the purpose of a table of contents?

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To help readers find specific sections or chapters in a book.

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What is special print?

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Special print refers to text that is bold, italicized, or underlined to emphasize important information.