Exploring Diagrams in Non-Fiction Texts

The video discusses nonfiction text features, focusing on diagrams and maps. It explains how diagrams are simple drawings with labels that show parts of something or how it works. Examples include diagrams of a car, eye, and cat. Maps are also introduced as a feature to show locations. The video emphasizes the importance of these features in helping readers understand topics better and encourages their use in projects.

What is the primary purpose of a diagram in nonfiction texts?

• To replace written text with visuals

• To show the parts of something or how something works

• To provide entertainment to the reader

• To make the text longer

What do labels in a diagram represent?

• The author of the diagram

• Instructions on how to create the diagram

• Names of each part shown in the diagram

• The title of the diagram

Which of the following is NOT an example of a diagram mentioned in the video?

• A cat

• An eye

• A tree

• A car

What additional nonfiction text feature is suggested to be helpful besides diagrams?

• Maps

• Quizzes

• Fictional stories

• Jokes

Why are images, diagrams, and maps important in nonfiction texts?

• They are required by publishers

• They provide a break from reading

• They add more pages to the text

• They help the reader understand the topic better