710 points New Type Questions College English Multifunctional 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, making its greatest feature vocabulary repetition, contextual memory, and reading progression.
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 contemporary 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 aim to provide intuitive difficulty standards for CET-4 mock reading passages, truly reflecting the concept of progressive reading and gradual improvement. This maximizes the book's alignment with our planning direction, which we have chosen as the best direction after integrating scientific research, editorial experience, and reader feedback.
A careful reader may notice similarities between this book and last year's market sensation, Sparkling English Comprehension. This is correct. The "Multifunctional Reading" series and the "Comprehensive English" series share the same core philosophy, but the "Comprehensive English" series places greater emphasis on the tight integration of Sparkling memory techniques and reading passages, with longer and more challenging articles. In contrast, the "Multifunctional Reading" series focuses on the repeated exposure of syllabus vocabulary in both authentic UK/US texts and CET-6 reading contexts. The authentic texts are lively and engaging, while the CET-6 reading simulation passages match the difficulty of the actual exam.
Furthermore, the detailed analysis of each question and the insightful tips on reading skills further highlight the unique features of the "Multifunctional Reading" series, setting it apart from the "Comprehensive English" series while complementing it. For English learners, especially those preparing for the CET-4 exam, passing the test is a top priority, and this is precisely the direction this book strives to achieve. We hope this book can truly meet the learning and exam needs of, helping them overcome the challenges of the exam.