Overview
The student-friendly revised 3rd Edition of English Basics is full colour with a new and engaging design. References and examples have also been updated to this popular workbook, making English Basics an essential tool to improve language skills in grammar, punctuation and spelling for middle secondary students.
English Basics is a complete workbook for independent study by New Zealand students wishing to improve their understanding of basic English grammar and punctuation. The aim of this workbook is to bring the student up to the level expected at junior secondary school. It is an invaluable and effective tool for students, teachers and parents because:
• the teaching notes are clear
• the exercises are graduated
• there is constant revision.
In addition, for the first time, a digital format has been built and tested by students for students to offer an alternative learning style. For students who prefer an interactive digital-only version, please contact your Learning Consultant and refer to ISBN number 9780170381390.
Part One: Parts of Speech
Common Nouns
Proper nouns
Collective nouns
Abstract nouns
Pronouns
Adjectives
Verbs
More verb practice
Adverbs
Conjunctions
Prepositions
Revision
Part Two: Punctuation, Spelling and Grammar
Capital letters
Full stops
Commas
Apostrophes
More apostrophes
Speech marks
Simple sentences
Compound sentences
Spelling trouble-shooting
Revision and practice
Part Three: Poetic Techniques
Similes
Metaphors
Personification
Alliteration
Onomatopoeia
Assonance
Rhyme
Revision
Part Four: Extra Practice
Final Test
Answers (removable section in the centre of the book)