College English Core Vocabulary

Author: Wang Jinghua, Meng Gaihua, Li Rui (Editor-in-Chief)
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: This book is designed to provide effective and practical shortcuts for students preparing for the National College English Test Band 4 (CET-4) in terms of memorizing and mastering vocabulary. It is highly targeted and practical. The book covers 4,538 words and important phrases required for levels 1-4 according to the reference vocabulary list of the newly issued "Requirements for College English Curriculum" by the Ministry of Education. The book is organized in alphabetical order of the 26 English letters, with entries arranged as follows:
1. Word, phonetic symbol, part of speech, meaning. The meanings are arranged based on the "Vocabulary List for College English Curriculum Requirements," including synonyms and antonyms.
2. Typical Exam Questions: Selected from past CET-4, CET-6, and postgraduate entrance exam papers, with the examination time indicated.
3. Question Analysis: Briefly analyzes the key points and problem-solving techniques of the exam questions.
4. Common Collocations/Fixed Phrases: Highlights the common collocations and fixed phrases that should be mastered according to the "Curriculum Requirements."
5. Memory Techniques: Includes derivation, association, classification, and visually similar words. Typical exam questions and their concise analysis help students focus on their vocabulary learning and preparation, reducing blind memorization. Memory techniques, through comparative analysis of vocabulary, make the learning process time-efficient and highly effective. Mastering appropriate English collocations helps students overcome errors influenced by Chinese, such as "Chinglish," thereby improving their ability to communicate in authentic English.
This book will be a valuable assistant for English learners in vocabulary learning, preparation, and application.