Non-Fiction Text Features

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What is a heading in a non-fiction text?

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A heading is a title or label that indicates the main topic of a section or chapter in a non-fiction 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 an index in a book?

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An index is a list at the back of a book that helps readers find specific topics or terms and the pages where they are discussed.

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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, that helps readers understand specific vocabulary.

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What is a diagram?

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A diagram is a visual representation that shows the parts of something, often labeled to explain how it works.

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What is a caption?

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

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What is the table of contents?

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The table of contents is a list at the beginning of a book that outlines the chapters and their page numbers.

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What does it mean if a text is non-fiction?

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Non-fiction is a genre of writing that presents factual information and real events, as opposed to fictional stories.

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How can text features help readers?

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Text features help readers locate information quickly, understand the structure of the text, and grasp key concepts.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is made-up stories, while non-fiction is based on real events and facts.