NONFICTION TEXT FEATURES

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What is the author's purpose in a nonfiction text?

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The author's purpose can vary; it may be to inform, persuade, entertain, or explain.

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Is a history book considered nonfiction?

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Yes, a history book is considered nonfiction as it presents factual information.

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What is a caption in relation to photographs?

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A caption is a brief explanation or description accompanying a photograph.

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What does it mean to predict in reading?

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To predict means to make a guess about what will happen next in the text.

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What is the title of a book?

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The title is the name of the book that indicates its subject or theme.

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What are text features in nonfiction?

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Text features are elements like headings, subheadings, captions, and graphs that help organize and present information.

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What is the purpose of a table of contents?

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A table of contents lists the chapters or sections of a book along with their page numbers.

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What is an index in a nonfiction book?

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An index is an alphabetical list of topics covered in the book, along with page numbers.

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What is a glossary?

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A glossary is a list of terms and their definitions found at the end of a book.

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What role do headings play in nonfiction texts?

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Headings help to organize content and indicate the main topics covered in each section.