1-4 Levels - Sparkling Memory Techniques. Speed Memorization. Practice Exercises - New College English Vocabulary (710 Points) (Essential Edition) (Latest Revised Upgrade) (1 Book + 3 Audio Cassettes)

Author: Ma Degao
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: The Spark Series of Memory Techniques has won widespread praise from readers since its publication for its undeniable effectiveness in speed memorization. We sincerely thank you for your love of Spark, sincerely thank you for your unremitting support and encouragement over the years, and sincerely thank you for the valuable suggestions and opinions you have raised in tens of thousands of letters. This book is the new edition of the Spark Series. This revision fully incorporates the suggestions and opinions of the readers, based on the newly issued "Teaching Requirements for College English Courses (Trial)" by the Ministry of Education (hereinafter referred to as "Course Requirements"), as well as the trends of changes in the College English Test Band 4 and 6. It is revised on the basis of the original book, retaining the essence of the original while enriching its content, improving its format, and making it more distinctive:
Comprehensive—More Comprehensive Content:
The vocabulary is comprehensive, including all words, phrases in the "Course Requirements," and some extra-curricular words. Each word is meticulously explained, with nouns marked as countable (C) and uncountable (U), irregular plural nouns, and past tense and past participle forms of irregular verbs, making it easier for readers to consolidate their memory. The explanations of word usage, collocations, and differences are detailed, and a large number of famous quotes, excellent sentences, and proverbs have been added to leverage contextual memory, enabling readers not only to remember but also to use the words effectively. In short, we strive for completeness, accuracy, and meticulousness.
At the strong request of many readers, this revision has added audio content, including nearly a thousand words and spoken example sentences, read by professional native speakers with clear pronunciation. This allows readers to memorize while listening, combining reading and listening to improve vocabulary and listening skills simultaneously.
Easy—Easier to Remember:
The Spark memory method has been further improved, with the addition of a large number of illustrated memory techniques and one-sentence differentiation, fully leveraging the unique advantages of the Spark memory method, enabling readers to achieve distinctive and speed memorization effects.
Lively—More Lively Format:
The original Spark layout has been improved, with the addition of over 400 illustrations, charts, and cards, all created using computer graphics, enhancing the visual effect and making the entire book colorful and engaging.
Convenient—Easier to Use:
A vocabulary index is included for easy reference, giving the book the functionality of a reference tool. The book fully integrates the new concept of "Active Vocabulary," highlighting the 2211 active words required by the new course requirements with colored background patterns, and marking the newly added phrases in the course requirements with colored entries. This truly helps readers to target their learning effectively and hit the mark.