Text Features 1
an image in a book, article, essay, magazine, etc.
A picture
a description under a picture about the picture.
A Caption
likenesses and difference between two or more subjects or topics
Keywords: like, unlike, in contrast, on the other hand, also, too, as well as, likewise, similar to, same as, as opposed to, different from, nevertheless, in like manner, alike, resembles
Compare and Contrast
A Fact
Definition/Explanation-The meaning of a word or phrase is revealed by an explanation immediately following.
Signal Words: is, are, means, refers to, which, or
Definition/Explanation
a list in the beginning of a book showing where each chapter is
Table of Contents
A list in the back of a book showing where each topic is and what page it is on
Index
A main topic supported by details presented in a specific order; a sequence of events or ordered steps in a process.
Keywords: first, second, last, before, until, on (date), not long after, after, at the same time, at (time), by then, following, finally, by lastly, 1, 2, 3
Sequence or Time Order
Statement which cannot be proven
An Opinion
The meaning of a word or phrase is revealed by a simple restatement or synonym.
Signal Words: also, as, like, likewise, similarly, too
Restatement/Synonym
found in the back of books, contains vocabulary words and their definitions.
Glossary
Information that is placed in a chronological order, usually in a line
Timeline
reasons why something happens or exists
Keywords: since, because, this led to/leads to, on account of, due to, may be due to, as a result of, for this reason, consequently, then, so, therefore, thus so that, in order to
Cause and Effect
________ signal words: dates, scientific details sales records, measurements, etc.
The meaning of a word or phrase is revealed by a statement of the opposite meaning.
Signal Words: but, however, unlike, as opposed to, whereas, though, on the other hand, in contrast
Contrast/Antonym
A drawing that shows how something works and usually includes labels
Organized gathering of information in a clear visual presentation, usually includes numbers and data
Charts and Graphs
a problem, its cause(s), and its solution(s)
Keywords: one reason for that, a solution, try, attempt, have solved this problem, by a problem, has caused, so, to/in order to
Problem and Solution
_______ signal words: should, shouldn't, superlative and comparative adjectives (great, greater, greatest, best, etc.), taste, beautiful, etc.
Opinion
There are no signal words. The meaning of a word or phrase is revealed elsewhere in the text, not within the sentence containing the word.
Inference/General
Additional information found in boxes or on the side of a page
Inset or Sidebar
Text with a background color, usually yellow
Highlights
A list or set of characteristics, such as attributes, facts, and details about a general or specific topic
Keywords: for example, to begin with, in front, beside, near, has/have, is/are, eats, lives, looks, some characteristics are, for instance
Description or List
Fact or Opinion:
Everyone must try ice cream at least once in their lives. It is delicious!
Opinion
There are no signal words. You must use the tone and actions within the passage to determine the meaning of the unknown word.
Tone and Setting