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Identifying Non-Fiction Structure and Language FeaturesNon-fiction writers can choose from a wide range of methods to help them create the effects that will help them achieve their overall purpose.Directions: (1) Identify all of the bulleted Non-Fiction features below by annotating them on the article. (2) Next to each feature below, discuss the purpose and/or the effect(s) created by the feature. Some of the features have been answered for you as examples. Please remember to identify these features on the article, too. NON-FICTION PRESENTATIONAL FEATURES? Catchy titles- capture the reader's attention? Color and Spot color- adds eye-appeal, impact, and emphasis.? Short paragraphs and sentences- are easier to follow and grasp.? Headlines, captions and subheadings- ? "White space"- ? Bulleted or numbered lists -? Layout -? Formatting- ? Type face (including "handwriting style")- NON-FICTION NON-LANGUAGE FEATURES? Logos- creates trust in a product or service, e.g. McDonald's or "Coke." ? Illustrations and photographs- ? Cartoons- NON-FICTION LANGUAGE FEATURES? Pronouns- The use of "you" adds a personal touch and involves the reader.? Point of view- First person. . When "I... /We..." speaks to "you...," it can create a friendly tone and involve the reader.(Continued on back…)NON-FICTION LANGUAGE FEATURES (Continued)? Anecdotes and stories-? Description (similes, emotive language)? Facts (data) and opinions- ? Rhetorical questions (questions that need no real answer)- ? Tone – ? Quotations and evidence- ? Sentence style- ? Captions- ................
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