What Is Nonfiction Text Features?

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    What does a timeline do?

    • It compares information.
    • It tells you about the picture.
    • It shows important events over time.
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  • 2. 

    Why do pictures have captions?

    • To compare information

    • To tell you about the picture

    • To show important events over time

    Correct Answer
    A. To tell you about the picture
    Explanation
    Pictures have captions to provide additional information and context about the image. Captions help to explain what is happening in the picture, identify the subject or people in the image, and provide any relevant details or background information. They enhance the viewer's understanding and appreciation of the picture by giving them a clear and concise description or explanation. Captions also serve as a way to communicate the photographer's intention or message behind the image.

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    What do bold faced words do?

    • Tell about the picture

    • Compare information

    • Point out important words

    Correct Answer
    A. Point out important words
    Explanation
    The bold-faced words in a text are used to point out important words. They are typically used to emphasize key terms or concepts that the author wants the reader to pay attention to. By highlighting these words, the author is signaling their significance and ensuring that they stand out from the rest of the text. This helps the reader to quickly identify and understand the main ideas or important details being conveyed.

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    How can a diagram help you?

    • It shows you the different parts of something.

    • It shows you where in the world something happens.

    • It shows you events over time.

    Correct Answer
    A. It shows you the different parts of something.
    Explanation
    A diagram can help you by visually representing the different parts of something. It provides a clear and organized representation of the components or elements that make up a particular object, system, or concept. By using a diagram, you can easily understand and analyze the various parts and their relationships, which can aid in problem-solving, decision-making, and comprehension of complex information.

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    Nectar attracts birds and insects to the flower. In the sentence above, what kind of text does the underlined word show?

    • Bold

    • Italics

    • Regular

    Correct Answer
    A. Italics
    Explanation
    The underlined word "nectar" is shown in italics. Italics are often used to emphasize or highlight words or phrases in written text. In this case, "nectar" is likely emphasized to draw attention to its importance in attracting birds and insects to the flower.

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