710 New Type Questions College English Multiple-Function Reading - (Band 6)

Author: Ma Degao
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Publish Date: 2007-02-01
Features: The five essential elements of foreign language learning—listening, speaking, reading, writing, and translation—all rely on vocabulary. However, a pile of bricks does not constitute a building, and mere vocabulary alone cannot support the grand structure of English. There must be a bridge between possessing vocabulary as a foundation and mastering the structure of the language. The purpose of College English Multifunctional Reading is to build this bridge for English learners, and thus the greatest feature of this book is vocabulary repetition, contextual memory, and reading advancement.
The "Multifunctional Reading" series advocates a natural learning approach that aligns with the principles of lexical and psychological memory. We have invested significant effort in selecting and adapting articles to ensure that up-to-date articles from the UK and the US are suitable for CET-6 difficulty levels and cover most of the vocabulary in the College English Test Band 6 syllabus. Additionally, we strive to provide intuitive difficulty standards for CET-4 simulated reading passages, truly reflecting the concept of progressive reading and gradual improvement. This approach maximizes the book's alignment with our planning direction, which is the best direction we have chosen after integrating scientific research, editorial experience, and reader feedback.
A careful reader may notice similarities between this book and the Sparkling English Comprehension series, which caused a sensation in the market last year. This is correct. The "Multifunctional Reading" series and the "Comprehension English" series share the same core philosophy, but the "Comprehension English" series focuses more on the tight integration of Sparkling memory techniques and reading passages, with longer and more challenging articles. In contrast, the "Multifunctional Reading" series emphasizes the repeated exposure of syllabus vocabulary in both authentic UK/US articles and CET-6 reading contexts. The authentic reading section features lively and engaging articles, while the CET-6 reading simulation section aligns with the difficulty level of the actual exam.
Furthermore, the detailed analysis of each question and the insightful tips on reading skills make the "Multifunctional Reading" series stand out, setting it apart from the "Comprehension English" series while complementing it.
Vocabulary mastery, reading proficiency, and exam success are concerns for every English learner, especially those preparing for the College English Test Band 4. This is precisely the direction this book strives to achieve. We hope this book can truly meet the learning and exam needs of English learners and candidates, helping them overcome the challenges of the exam.