Essential Vocabulary for College English Test Band 4 (CET-4)

Author: Mao Fenghua
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: This book is compiled based on the newly issued "Teaching Requirements for College English Courses" by the Higher Education Department of the Ministry of Education. It includes 4,500 words and 700 phrases required at the CET-4 level. The book has the following features:
Comprehensive – Full Content: This book is closely aligned with the "Teaching Requirements for College English Courses," adhering to the principles of scientific rigor, advanced methodology, practicality, and flexibility. It includes the 4,500 words and 700 phrases required for the CET-4 exam, along with 800 sets of word comparisons, 240 special tips, and 360 illustrations, providing a comprehensive explanation of all aspects of vocabulary mastery.
Innovative – New Approach: This book breaks away from the traditional concept of vocabulary books focusing solely on memorization, emphasizing the practicality of words. It innovates in three ways:
1. Fresh Examples: All example sentences in this book are sourced from the latest publications, magazines, and trendy articles from around the world, giving them a strong sense of modernity.
2. Clear Explanations: Every entry is accompanied by concise, well-structured definitions, and each phrase includes example sentences. The comparisons are straightforward and highlight key points, especially the carefully prepared special tips, combined with clear illustrations, covering all CET-4 exam points.
3. New Format: The book is arranged alphabetically from A to Z for easy reference, with a clear layout and a simple, compact structure, offering readers a pleasant reading experience.
Easy to Remember – Simple Memorization: Psychologists have pointed out that the coordinated activity of multiple senses is one of the key conditions for improving memory effectiveness. In human memory, 25% comes from visual input, and 15% from auditory input. When combined, they achieve a 65% effect. Auditory input plays a significant role in English learning, so we have carefully included recordings by native speakers. This allows students to listen to the audio while memorizing words, not only improving listening and speaking skills but also helping them remember and use words effortlessly. In short, this book is highly targeted and is not just a pure vocabulary book—it provides a comprehensive collection of exam points for the CET-4. Using this book should not be about rote memorization but about learning to use words effectively and mastering their usage to enhance your English proficiency. This book is suitable for college students and English learners of similar levels.