Surface Level Features of Expository Text | Improve Your Reading Comprehension

The video tutorial discusses the importance of understanding surface-level text features to enhance reading comprehension. It covers various features such as titles, headings, subheadings, bold text, images, graphs, charts, tables, legends, keys, captions, and the table of contents. These features help readers set a purpose, front-load information, and create a framework for comprehension. The tutorial emphasizes the role of these features in organizing information and supporting the reader's understanding of the text.

How do headings and subheadings contribute to the organization of a text?

In what ways do images and illustrations support reading comprehension?

What role do captions play in relation to visual elements in a text?

How can a table of contents assist a reader in setting a purpose for reading?

What are the benefits of understanding the surface level features of text?