Advanced Reading for High Scores in Postgraduate Entrance Exam English (120 Passages) [New Oriental Postgraduate Entrance Exam English Training Materials]

Author: New Oriental Postgraduate Entrance Exam English Question Research Group
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: This book is strictly compiled according to the requirements for the reading section in the newly issued "2006 National Postgraduate Entrance Unified Examination English Syllabus," accurately capturing the question-setting patterns of the exam. The material is fresh and innovative, rapidly helping a wide range of candidates improve their reading skills. The key features are summarized as follows:
New Types of Questions, Comprehensive Coverage
This book, aligned with the new 2006 postgraduate entrance exam syllabus, is divided into three parts, encompassing all question types related to reading. In addition to conventional reading comprehension questions, English-Chinese translation, and the sentence-completion question from the previous year, it also includes the two new question types introduced in the syllabus: paragraph sequencing and example/title completion. This targeted approach enables candidates to achieve a thorough understanding of the exam. The number of articles in each part follows the syllabus's prescribed ratio of 4:1:1 for the three reading sections. The new types of questions section uses sample questions from the syllabus to provide authoritative guidance to candidates.
Categorized Themes, Step-by-Step Progression
The selected articles are categorized into four themes—social life, business and economy, culture and education, and science and technology—based on the distribution of themes in past exam papers. This allows candidates to systematically tackle each theme. Additionally, within Part A, articles under each theme are further divided into three difficulty levels: "Standard," "Intermediate," and "Challenge." The selected articles and questions gradually increase in difficulty, helping candidates build confidence and a sense of achievement as they progress.
Core Vocabulary, Memorize on the Go
Core vocabulary in the syllabus is a key focus of the reading section and one of the most challenging aspects for candidates. The 120 selected reading articles cover approximately 1,400 frequently appearing core vocabulary and some core phrases, all bolded and italicized in the text. The "Reading Helper" section at the end of each article explains their meanings in context, enhancing comprehension while aiding memorization—a win-win solution. An appendix also compiles all core vocabulary from the selected articles into a "Vocabulary Camp,".
Sentence Breakdown, Overcoming Obstacles
Long and complex sentences in reading passages are another hurdle for candidates. Failing to understand these sentences can hinder problem-solving and demoralize candidates. This book addresses this need by providing a "Green Channel" in the "Reading Helper" section, breaking down the structure of complex sentences. This helps candidates better understand the text and grasp special sentence patterns, structures, and forms, allowing them to enjoy a smooth reading experience.
Human-Centered, Success Guaranteed
Each selected article is preceded by the number of words and the recommended time to complete the questions, giving candidates a clear idea before practice. The answer explanations for each unit include a "Quick Answer Check," allowing candidates to verify their answers promptly. A dedicated section in the "Quick Answer Check" table enables candidates to calculate their accuracy, facilitating targeted review later. All selected articles come with full translations before the answer explanations, helping candidates grasp the content and clarify the text's structure. Additionally, the appendix provides the new 2005 postgraduate reading exam questions, allowing candidates to stay updated on the latest trends.
★ New 2006 Syllabus, New Question Types
★ Categorized Themes, Exam-Oriented
★ Gradually Increasing Difficulty, Step-by-Step Improvement
★ Core Vocabulary Highlighted, Memorize on the Go
★ Sentence Breakdown, Overcoming Obstacles
This book, aligned with the new syllabus, is divided into three parts, covering all reading-related question types, including original reading comprehension questions, translation questions, and the sentence-completion question from the previous year, as well as the two new types introduced in the syllabus: paragraph sequencing and example/title completion. The 120 selected articles are categorized by theme and gradually increase in difficulty, helping candidates improve their reading skills systematically.