2008-Test of English as a Foreign Language Vocabulary 21-Day Rapid Listening and Memorization

Author: Hu Min
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: The design philosophy of this book originates from the globally popular book "From Good to Great," which specifically discusses the results of research conducted by many experts. Researchers believe that three weeks is the shortest average time required to cultivate a habit, whether it is good or bad. So, let us start by using this book to develop the habit of learning vocabulary and take the first step toward success in postgraduate entrance exam English. This book has the following features:
1. Carefully selected entries, providing a comprehensive and solid foundation
2. Comprehensive expansion of word meanings, with example sentences targeting key exam points
3. Accurate and fluent translations, leaving no gaps in understanding
4. Combining listening and reading for twice the effect with half the effort
5. Clearly defined daily goals, helping you achieve your objectives quickly
Note: This book is accompanied by 2 MP3s, which need to be purchased separately.
Title: 21-Day Rapid Listening and Memorization for Postgraduate Entrance Exam Vocabulary (2 MP3s)
It is well-known that memorizing English vocabulary can be tedious, challenging, and difficult to sustain. Yet, to learn English well and pass exams, we spend almost every day memorizing words. This not only consumes a significant amount of time and energy but also affects our diet and sleep, with some even being tormented by words to the point of despair. What is even more frustrating is that words we have painstakingly memorized often fail to come to mind when we need to use them, either emerging reluctantly or causing us to stumble. It seems that memorizing vocabulary is not just about hard work; a rich, focused, well-organized, and highly practical vocabulary book is a crucial prerequisite for overcoming the vocabulary barrier.
To help students preparing for the postgraduate entrance exam find effective shortcuts in the vast sea of words and quickly see the light of victory, we have compiled this book, "21-Day Rapid Listening and Memorization for Postgraduate Entrance Exam Vocabulary." The design philosophy of this book originates from the globally popular book "From Good to Great" (Being Better Than Your Best), which specifically discusses the results of research conducted by many experts. Researchers believe that three weeks is the shortest average time required to cultivate a habit, whether it is good or bad. So, let us start by using this book to develop the habit of learning vocabulary and take the first step toward success in postgraduate entrance exam English. This book has the following features:
1. Carefully selected entries, providing a comprehensive and solid foundation
Vocabulary is the cornerstone of language and the core of the postgraduate entrance exam. Errors often arise from vocabulary misunderstandings, such as not recognizing words, not knowing their usage, or being unable to deduce a word's meaning from context. Only by truly mastering vocabulary can we approach exam questions with ease and achieve high scores. Based on the latest postgraduate entrance exam English syllabus, this book meticulously selects 2,592 entries, fully meeting the vocabulary requirements of the exam.
2. Comprehensive expansion of word meanings, with example sentences targeting key exam points
The postgraduate entrance exam requires a thorough understanding of a word's meanings and usage. Each definition in this book is carefully chosen and refined based on over a decade of teaching experience, allowing students to navigate the exam with confidence. Every definition is paired with a classic example sentence, making it clear to readers how words are habitually used.
3. Accurate and fluent translations, leaving no gaps in understanding
The translations accompanying this book are designed to be precise and natural. By carefully studying the translations, readers can deepen their understanding of English while also learning translation techniques, thereby improving their English writing and translation skills.
4. Combining listening and reading for twice the effect with half the effort
This book is accompanied by recordings with clear pronunciation (free download link: www.newchannel.org). Readers can memorize vocabulary by studying example sentences and listening to the recordings. Research shows that knowledge acquired through listening can be retained at 15%, while knowledge acquired through vision can be retained at 25%. Combining both methods can increase retention to 65%. More importantly, repeated listening, reading, and imitation not only strengthen the memory of words but also cultivate a better sense of language.
5. Clearly defined daily goals, helping you achieve your objectives quickly
Memorizing vocabulary is a time-consuming and labor-intensive task for most students, often leading to half-hearted efforts or abandonment due to the seemingly endless workload. This book fully considers students' learning capacity and goals by dividing all vocabulary into 21 units, enabling them to quickly overcome the vocabulary challenge in a short period.
May this book assist you on your path to success.