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Structure in Non-Fiction (1/2)

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Structure in Non-Fiction: Headings & Sub-Headings

Structure is how a text is set out or organised. There are structures that are used in non-fiction, like headings and sub-headings, bullet points, or symbols or logos.

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Headings & sub-headings

  • Headings explain what a text is about.
  • Headings may be catchy to attract readers.
  • Sub-headings explain what each section or paragraph in a text is about.
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Bullet points

  • Bullet points can make reading a text more manageable and more simple to follow.
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Symbols or logos

  • Symbols or logos might be included to show that a text is written by a particular company or organisation.
  • Symbols or logos can be used in order to show the reader that the information is reliable.
    • This is the Seneca logo.

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1Reading

1.1Reading

1.2Prefixes

1.3Suffixes

1.4Spelling Rules

1.5Reading Comprehension

1.6Reading Comprehension: SAT Practise

1.7Word Meaning

1.8Fact vs. Opinion

1.9Justifying Views

1.10Figurative Language

1.11Text Structure

2Writing

2.1Sounds in Words

2.2Homophones

2.3Using a Dictionary

2.4Writing Composition

2.5The Subjunctive Mood

2.6Modal Verbs

2.7Active & Passive Voice

2.8Relative Clauses

2.9Expanded Nouns

2.10Punctuation

2.11SAT Spelling Practise

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