6th Grade Text Features

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What is a sidebar/text box?

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A sidebar or text box is a text feature that provides additional information about the main topic, often found alongside the main text.

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What are headings and subheadings?

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Headings and subheadings are text features that organize content into sections, making it easier to navigate and understand the structure of the text.

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What is the purpose of a photo with a caption?

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A photo with a caption helps readers understand what they are looking at by providing context or additional information about the image.

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What is a diagram?

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A diagram is a visual representation that simplifies or clarifies complex information, helping readers understand relationships or processes.

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What do bold words indicate in a text?

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Bold words signal that the word or words are important, often highlighting key concepts or terms that readers should pay attention to.

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What is the Table of Contents?

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The Table of Contents is a text feature that lists the chapters or sections of a book along with their page numbers, helping readers find specific information quickly.

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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 used in the text.

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What is the role of charts, tables, and graphs?

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Charts, tables, and graphs are text features that present data visually, making it easier to compare and analyze information.

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What is the function of an index?

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An index is an alphabetical list of topics or keywords found in a book, along with their page numbers, allowing readers to locate specific information quickly.

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How do maps function as text features?

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Maps are visual aids that provide geographical context, helping readers understand locations and spatial relationships related to the text.