English Fundamentals: Form B (12th Edition) - Softcover

Emery, Donald W.; Kierzek, John M.; Lindblom, Peter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0205329721 ISBN 13: 9780205329724

Publisher: Longman, 2001

Synopsis

Like its predecessors, this new edition of English Fundamentals offers a solid treatment of grammar that has continually proven successful. Beginning with the basic elements of the sentence, the book presents each topic with clear, detailed explanations and numerous exercises. Practice sheets, one for each lesson, allow readers to work at a beginner's level on the principles introduced in the lesson. An answer key in the book allows readers to correct their work and strengthen their understanding where necessary. Exercises offer more intensive practice on the principles of the lesson. Each lesson contains exercise items that require recognition, identification, and correction. New features include updated practice sheets throughout the text and a new Appendix (A) on Sentence Combining. For those interested in a basic writing books at the basic grammar/sentence level.

About this title

From the Back Cover

The sentence is the fundamental element of expression, and forms the basis of grammar usage. To construct a proper sentence is the first step in communication and advancement in any field and in any endeavor. Like its best-selling predecessors, this new edition of English Fundamentals offers a solid treatment of grammar and usage that has proven successful for years.

"Form B" is one of three "form" books which covers the same material using different exercises. Beginning with the basic elements of the sentence, the book presents each topic with clear, detailed explanations and numerous exercises. The first sections introduce the basic system of language and provide carefully chosen examples of verb connections, basic sentence patterns, and the internal workings of the sentence. Once the foundation is laid, the book then goes on to explore the more complex structures and relationships of the language. The final section emphasizes techniques of invention, and how to apply them to a wide range of writing assignments.

Linguists, writing instructors, composition instructors, students, and enthusiasts in these disciplines.

Edition details

• Publisher: Longman
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0205329721
• ISBN 13: 9780205329724
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 448