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Interactive Vocabulary 2/e
Amy E. Olsen
Published June 2003 by Longman
Copyright 2004, 176 pp., Paper
ISBN: 0-321-10472-2
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Summary

The first (and lowest level) book in Olsen's vocabulary series, Interactive Vocabulary makes vocabulary enjoyable with innovative and interactive exercises, an engaging four–color design, high–interest readings, and an optional CD–ROM with word pronunciations and additional exercises. KEY TOPICS: Engaging readings on topics like movies, time management, health, books, and art keep students interested while showing them how vocabulary is used in the context of a larger reading passage. The text encourages students to look for context clues to help them figure out the meaning of a word.MARKET:For anyone interested in improving basic vocabulary skills.

Features

  • Thematic readings open every chapter. The readings focus on high-interest topics like movies, time management, art, and health to keep students interested and engaged in the material.
  • Interactive exercises follow each word list to motivate students, encourage class participation, and make learning fun.
  • Interactive Vocabulary CD-ROM (ISBN: 0-321-10474-9 ) includes an audio component to aid students with pronunciation as well as additional interactive exercises. The CD—ROM is available free when packaged with the text (Valuepack ISBN: 0-321-19685-6).
Table of Contents



Pronunciation Key.


Preface.


Student Preface.


Getting Started.

I: EDUCATION.

1. Vocabulary Basics: Cafeteria Views.

2. College Life: An Exciting Adventure.

3. Time Management: Elizabeth's Time Management System.

4. Word Parts I.

II: HOBBIES.

5. Collecting: Finding a Treasure.

6. Travel: The Slide Show.

7. Computers: A New World.

8. Review: Focus on Chapters 1-7.

III: ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT.

9. Art: A Day at the Modern Art Museum.

10. Music: The Interview.

11. Books: A Fun Read.

12. Movies: Movie Favorites.

13. Word Parts II.

IV: HEALTH.

14. Fitness: A Healthy Body.

15. Personal Finance: A Healthy Wallet.

16. The World: A Healthy Environment.

17. Review: Focus on Chapters 9-16.

V: RELATIONSHIPS.

18. Personalities: As the Cookie Crumbles.

19. Friendship: Thank You for Everything.

20. Romance: The Flirting Seminar.

21. Word Parts III.

FAMOUS PEOPLE.

22. Cleopatra: Are the Rumors True?

23. Kublai Khan: What the People Have to Say.

24. Simon Bolivar: From the Liberator's Journal.

25. Victoria Woodhull: The First Female Candidate for President.

26. Review: Focus on Chapters 18-25.

Analogies Appendix.

Flash Card Appendix: Create Your Own Flash Cards.

Limited Answer Key.

Word List.



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