Brand New College English Vocabulary Sparkling Memory Techniques for Levels 1-4 (Book + Audio Cassette)

Author: Ma Degao, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Leading vocabulary, integrated listening and speaking, follow-up reading, natural success. This book is the seventh edition of the Spark Series. For this revision, we fully adopted the suggestions and feedback of a broad readership, based on the newly issued "Vocabulary List for College English Teaching Program" by the Ministry of Education and the evolving trends of the College English Test Band 4 and 6, revised on the original book. It retains the essence of the original while enriching its content, improving its format, and making it more distinctive.
Full – More Comprehensive Content:
The vocabulary is comprehensive, including all words from the "Program," short comments, and some extra-curricular words. Each word is meticulously explained, with countable/uncountable nouns and irregular plural nouns marked, as well as past tense and past participle forms for irregular verbs, to aid memory. Explanations of word usage, collocations, and distinctions are detailed, and numerous quotes, idiomatic expressions, and proverbs are added to enhance contextual learning, helping readers not only memorize but also use the words effectively. In summary, we strive for accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
Easy – Easier to Remember:
We further refined the original Spark memory method, elaborating on concise points to reduce readers' memorization burden. By fully leveraging the unique strengths of the Spark method, readers can achieve outstanding,.
Lively – More Engaging Format:
The original Spark layout was improved, with over 200 new illustrations, charts, and flashcards added, all created with computer graphics to enhance visual appeal, making the book more vivid and interesting.
Convenient – Easier to Use:
A vocabulary index is included for easy reference, giving the book the functionality of a reference tool. At the request of many readers, we have marked the level of each word in the book as follows:
(E) – Elementary Degree () (Vocabulary for Pre-College)
(I) – Intermediate Degree () (College English Test Band 4)