Essential Vocabulary for Level A Exam

Author: Wang Maimei
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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
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The Vocabulary for the A-Level Exam is based on the Basic Requirements teaching syllabus for vocational English. It includes all the vocabulary that must be mastered for the A-Level exam. All words are arranged in alphabetical order and categorized into three types according to the syllabus requirements: A-Level vocabulary is marked with ★, B-Level vocabulary is marked with , and unmarked words are middle school vocabulary to be mastered before enrollment. For words and phrases we consider important for focused study, we provide memory techniques and typical example sentences. Especially for those synonymous or near-synonymous phrases that are easily confused in exams, we offer word meaning distinctions to help candidates understand not only what is correct but also why it is correct. Additionally, for core A-Level phrases, this book features a special "Key Tips" section to assist students in memorization and mastery.