Master's Degree English Proficiency Reading 180 Passages

Author: Zhang Xinyou
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Publish Date: 2002-10-01
Features: In the postgraduate entrance examination questions for the English subject, the reading comprehension section accounts for the largest percentage, and thus the accuracy of solving this part directly determines whether the exam can be passed. This is especially true after the revision of the syllabus in 2002. As the saying goes in China, "Read ten thousand books and write as if inspired by the gods." The importance of extensive reading is evident. Through years of question analysis and teaching research, we have found that candidates face the following main problems: insufficient vocabulary, lack of reading skills, limited knowledge, and unclear problem-solving strategies. At the same time, we have also found that improving reading ability is not an overnight task and cannot be solved by casual browsing. Enhancing speed and accuracy, as well as broadening horizons, clearly requires a large amount of extensive reading. To meet this requirement, we have written this book based on years of teaching experience and the common issues faced by students, to help candidates improve their English proficiency more efficiently. The features of this book are as follows:
Novel themes, diverse materials, and various genres. The book includes over 100 recent articles selected from foreign newspapers and books, covering topics such as politics, culture, social life, science, and medicine. The articles are of four types: narrative, descriptive, expository, and argumentative. Expository and argumentative texts are emphasized to help candidates improve their analytical and problem-solving skills.
Detailed explanations. Each article in the book is accompanied by a detailed explanation, consisting of three parts: vocabulary notes, thought process and main idea, and answers with detailed analysis. The answers with detailed analysis are further divided into three columns: reference answers, translation of questions, and detailed analysis (problem-solving approach), aiming to provide candidates with comprehensive guidance and inspiration for improvement after each reading and problem-solving session.
Clear structure. The book is divided into 36 units, with each unit including 5 articles arranged in increasing difficulty to facilitate candidates in practicing and preparing for the exam step by step. This book is an excellent guide and companion for candidates taking the postgraduate entrance examination in English, as well as the preferred reference book for English enthusiasts and students in higher vocational colleges for self-study. It is also a valuable tool for English teachers in their teaching.