Learn Vocabulary Through Practice (CET-6 Edition)

Author: Xie Zhongming
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Publish Date: 2004-02-01
Features: 2000 self-assessment and passing practice questions, repetitive exposure to high-frequency word usage environments, blending learning with practice, reinforcing memory through repetition, clever memorization and flexible application for high scores and high competence! During the writing process, the author focused on the following aspects:
Repetitive testing to strengthen memory. Research shows that memorizing words requires repetition 3-5 times. Therefore, the design of the exercises in this book particularly emphasizes this: self-assessment questions, word explanations, passing practice questions, and answer keys are linked in a memory sequence. This ensures that there is both practice and memory, with memory reinforced through practice. It strengthens and expands knowledge while repeatedly exposing high-frequency vocabulary from CET-6 and CET-4 exams. Through repeated testing and memory, the goal of memorization and usage is achieved.
Exercise design, diverse in form. The design of exercises focuses on practicality: various formats, including reading comprehension, error correction, cloze, multiple choice, and translation, are included to cultivate students' practical skills.
Core vocabulary, prioritized treatment. The vocabulary selected in this book is all from the new teaching syllabus's core words, as well as the most frequently tested words in past exams. The book provides detailed explanations of their typical usage and fixed collocations. Most of the exercises are derived from past CET-6 and postgraduate entrance exam questions.
Vocabulary expansion, from point to surface. From key vocabulary, the book expands to its derivative and related words, helping students understand the internal connections between meanings while linking them for collective memorization. This approach, "from point to surface," allows students to remember a large number of words at once.
Typical examples, fresh and timely. Many of the examples in the book are selected from domestic and international English publications such as 21st Century, Time, and Fortune, as well as famous quotes. They are both fresh and classic, enhancing students' interest in learning.
Breaking through word meaning, covering discrimination and translation. All exercises in the book include Chinese-English translations, with explanations for key vocabulary exercises. Thus, the book serves as an ideal material for learning vocabulary usage, distinguishing synonyms and near-synonyms, and staying updated on exam trends. It is also a valuable guide for improving reading and translation skills.