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Term | Definition |
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table of contents | list the major parts along with their page numbers |
index | is an alphabetical listing of the key, names, terms, events or topics. |
glossary | a list of key terms in alphabetical order.each key word is defined |
title | titles tell the reader the topic of the text titles show the main idea of the text. |
subheading | divide the text into sections subheadings tell the main idea of each section of the text |
bold word key word | bold word:the style and color of the text send signals to the reader of what is important |
illustration | photos and illustrations give info in a visual way |
caption | a caption explains what is shown in a picture or illustration |
sidebar (or text box) | a textbox provides more info that is in the text about a topic a text box can include interesting facts or important info the author wants you to know |
maps | are the drawings that show the basic shape of the land and other geographical political or historical features. |
diagram | a diagram is a drawing that shows or explains something. |
tables | tables organize large amount of information in a small space |
timeline | timelines show important events in chronological order or time order. |