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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Table of Contents | It helps the reader identify key topics in the book in the order they are presented. It is located at the beginning of the book. |
| Headings | They tell the reader what a section of text is about. |
| Subheadings | They tell the reader what a section of text is about under a heading. |
| Illustrations | They help the reader visualize and understand the text (drawings,paintings, digital graphic). |
| Captions | They help the reader better understand a picture or photograph. |
| Photographs | They show the reader what something looks like in real life. |
| Timeline | They help the reader see important events in order. |
| Charts/Graphs | They show information/data in a visual way so that it is more easily understood by the reader. |
| Diagrams/Labels | Diagrams: Shows the parts of something in the form of a drawing Labels: They explain what certain parts of a diagram are called. |
| Maps | They show the location of things or places in picture form. |
| Bold words | They make words stand out as new and/or important. The words are usually defined in the glossary. |
| Glossary | It tells what new or important words MEAN and is listed in alphabetical order. |
| Hyperlinks | They tell the reader where on the internet they can find additional information. |
| Index | It tells the reader on which page they should look to find information about a certain topic. It is listed in alphabetical order. |