ESSENTIALS OF ENGLISH N/E BOOK WITH APA STYLE 150090
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From grammar and punctuation to the creation of essays and business letters, The Essentials of English: A Writer¿s Handbook, by Ann Hogue, is a must-have reference tool for today¿s writer. As easy to use as a dictionary, this handbook is designed specifically for non-native English speakers. The Essentials of English pays extra attention to articles, phrasal verbs, subordinate clauses, and other commonly troublesome items. The book uses everyday language and simple sentence structure in both explanations and examples. The examples reflect topics of multicultural interest.
Each part focuses on a single topic, building from sentence structure and mechanics to writing, revising, and proper formatting. Students also learn how to write a research paper in the MLA and APA styles. Practice exercises provide immediate application, and ¿Special Tips¿ throughout indicate common errors, explain confusing points, and offer helpful hints.
Product Description
From grammar and punctuation to the creation of essays and business letters, The Essentials of English: A Writer¿s Handbook, by Ann Hogue, is a must-have reference tool for today¿s writer. As easy to use as a dictionary, this handbook is designed specifically for non-native English speakers. The Essentials of English pays extra attention to articles, phrasal verbs, subordinate clauses, and other commonly troublesome items. The book uses everyday language and simple sentence structure in both explanations and examples. The examples reflect topics of multicultural interest.
Each part focuses on a single topic, building from sentence structure and mechanics to writing, revising, and proper formatting. Students also learn how to write a research paper in the MLA and APA styles. Practice exercises provide immediate application, and ¿Special Tips¿ throughout indicate common errors, explain confusing points, and offer helpful hints.
Features + Benefits
Features and Benefits
F: Emphasis on problems common to intermediate to high-intermediate ESL writers.
B: Gives students what they need without exposing them to material less relevant to their concerns.
F: Simple and clear explanations and examples written in everyday language.
B: Makes material accessible to students.
F: Eight tabbed sections: The Basics; Clear Sentences; Grammar; Punctuation; Mechanics; Writing and Revising Formats; Lists; Appendices.
B: Makes it easy for students to find what they are looking for.
F: Sections on business letters, resume writing, memos, etc.
B: Meets non-academic needs of students.
F: Lists geared to ESL students' needs, including irregular verbs, transition signals, two-word verbs, verb + gerund/infinitive, adjective + preposition.
B: Provides quick and easy answers to common questions.
Backcover
From grammar and punctuation to the creation of essays and business letters, The Essentials of English: A Writer's Handbook is a must-have reference tool for today's writer. As easy to use as a dictionary, this handbook is designed specifically for non-native English speakers:
Pays extra attention to articles, phrasal verbs, subordinate clauses, and other commonly troublesome items.
Uses everyday language and simple sentence structure in both explanations and examples.
Examples reflect topics of multicultural interest.
Includes reference lists especially helpful to non-native speakers.
Each part focuses on a single topic, building from sentence structure and mechanics to writing, revising, and proper formatting. Students also learn how to write a research paper in the MLA and APA styles. Practice exercises provide immediate application, and Special Tips throughout indicate common errors, explain confusing points, and offer helpful hints. The Essentials of English includes eight parts, an answer key, and an index:
The Basics
Clear Sentences
Grammar
Punctuation
Mechanics
Writing and Revising
Formats
Research Papers
Reference Lists
Exercises to Accompany The Essentials of English provides additional practice related to the writing process, sentence structure, grammar, pronunciation, and more.
PART 1 The Basics
1 Words a Nouns
b Pronouns
c Verbs
d Adjectives
e Articles
f Adverbs
g Prepositions
h Conjunctions
i Interjections
2 Phrases a Noun phrases
b Infinitive phrases
c Gerund phrases
d Prepositional phrases
e -ing and -ed phrases
f Appositive phrases
3 Clauses a Independent clauses
b Dependent clauses
4 Sentences a Sentence parts
b Sentence patterns
c Question patterns
d Kinds of sentences
PART 2 Clear Sentences
5 Connecting Ideas a Coordination
b Subordination
c Coordination or subordination?
6 Connecting Ideas by Coordination a Making compound sentences
b Connecting words coordinating conjunctions
c Connecting words with correlative conjunctions
d Using parallel forms
7 Connecting Ideas by Subordination a Making complex sentences
b Using appositives
c Using -ing and -ed phrases
d Using shortened adverb clauses
8 Common Sentence Problems a Fragments
b Run-together sentences
c Choppy writing
d Overuse of and, but, and so
9 Word Order a Normal word order
b Inverted (verb-subject) word order
c Word order of direct and indirect objects
d Varying sentence openings
10 Word Choice a Dictionaries and thesauruses
b Informal language and slang
c Gender-sensitive (sexist) language
PART 3 Grammar
11 Verb Forms and Tenses a Verb forms
b Verb tenses
c Special tense combinations
d Modals
e Passive voice
12 Special Situations with Verbs a Gerunds
b Infinitives
c Gerunds vs. infinitives
d Phrasal verbs
13 Subject-Verb Agreement a Singular subject
b Singular or plural subjects
c Plural subjects
d Confusing situations
14 Nouns: Count and Noncount a Count nouns
b Noncount nouns
c Count or noncount nouns
d Expressing quantity
15 Articles a For generic nouns: a, an, or no article ( æ )
b For indefinite articles: a, an, or some
c For definite nouns: the
d Idiomatic uses of articles
e Choosing the right article
16 Pronouns a Subject, object, and possessive forms
b Special situations
c Myself, ourselves
d Each other and one another
17 Pronoun Agreement a With indefinite pronouns: someone, everybody
b With generic nouns: a student, an employee
c With collective nouns: team, class
d With either .or and neither ... nor
18 Pronouns: Unclear Reference
19 Adjectives and Adverbs: Position a Position of adjectives
b Position of adverbs
20 Special Situations with Adjectives a Agreement of adjectives
b Order of adjectives
c Participial adjectives: boring or bored?
21 Comparisons a Equal degree: as big as, the same size as
b Comparative and superlative degrees: bigger than, the biggest; more difficult than, the most difficult
c Parallel forms with comparisons
22 Negatives a No vs. not
b Double negatives
23 Adjective Clauses a Subject pronouns: who, which, that
b Object pronouns: whom, which, that, æ (no pronoun)
c Possessive pronoun: whose
d Relative adverbs: where and when
e Punctuation of adjective clauses
PART 4 Punctuation
24 End Punctuation a Periods
b Question marks
c Exclamation points
25 Commas a In compound sentences
b After introducers
c Around extra-
Each part focuses on a single topic, building from sentence structure and mechanics to writing, revising, and proper formatting. Students also learn how to write a research paper in the MLA and APA styles. Practice exercises provide immediate application, and ¿Special Tips¿ throughout indicate common errors, explain confusing points, and offer helpful hints.
Product Description
From grammar and punctuation to the creation of essays and business letters, The Essentials of English: A Writer¿s Handbook, by Ann Hogue, is a must-have reference tool for today¿s writer. As easy to use as a dictionary, this handbook is designed specifically for non-native English speakers. The Essentials of English pays extra attention to articles, phrasal verbs, subordinate clauses, and other commonly troublesome items. The book uses everyday language and simple sentence structure in both explanations and examples. The examples reflect topics of multicultural interest.
Each part focuses on a single topic, building from sentence structure and mechanics to writing, revising, and proper formatting. Students also learn how to write a research paper in the MLA and APA styles. Practice exercises provide immediate application, and ¿Special Tips¿ throughout indicate common errors, explain confusing points, and offer helpful hints.
Features + Benefits
Features and Benefits
F: Emphasis on problems common to intermediate to high-intermediate ESL writers.
B: Gives students what they need without exposing them to material less relevant to their concerns.
F: Simple and clear explanations and examples written in everyday language.
B: Makes material accessible to students.
F: Eight tabbed sections: The Basics; Clear Sentences; Grammar; Punctuation; Mechanics; Writing and Revising Formats; Lists; Appendices.
B: Makes it easy for students to find what they are looking for.
F: Sections on business letters, resume writing, memos, etc.
B: Meets non-academic needs of students.
F: Lists geared to ESL students' needs, including irregular verbs, transition signals, two-word verbs, verb + gerund/infinitive, adjective + preposition.
B: Provides quick and easy answers to common questions.
Backcover
From grammar and punctuation to the creation of essays and business letters, The Essentials of English: A Writer's Handbook is a must-have reference tool for today's writer. As easy to use as a dictionary, this handbook is designed specifically for non-native English speakers:
Pays extra attention to articles, phrasal verbs, subordinate clauses, and other commonly troublesome items.
Uses everyday language and simple sentence structure in both explanations and examples.
Examples reflect topics of multicultural interest.
Includes reference lists especially helpful to non-native speakers.
Each part focuses on a single topic, building from sentence structure and mechanics to writing, revising, and proper formatting. Students also learn how to write a research paper in the MLA and APA styles. Practice exercises provide immediate application, and Special Tips throughout indicate common errors, explain confusing points, and offer helpful hints. The Essentials of English includes eight parts, an answer key, and an index:
The Basics
Clear Sentences
Grammar
Punctuation
Mechanics
Writing and Revising
Formats
Research Papers
Reference Lists
Exercises to Accompany The Essentials of English provides additional practice related to the writing process, sentence structure, grammar, pronunciation, and more.
PART 1 The Basics
1 Words a Nouns
b Pronouns
c Verbs
d Adjectives
e Articles
f Adverbs
g Prepositions
h Conjunctions
i Interjections
2 Phrases a Noun phrases
b Infinitive phrases
c Gerund phrases
d Prepositional phrases
e -ing and -ed phrases
f Appositive phrases
3 Clauses a Independent clauses
b Dependent clauses
4 Sentences a Sentence parts
b Sentence patterns
c Question patterns
d Kinds of sentences
PART 2 Clear Sentences
5 Connecting Ideas a Coordination
b Subordination
c Coordination or subordination?
6 Connecting Ideas by Coordination a Making compound sentences
b Connecting words coordinating conjunctions
c Connecting words with correlative conjunctions
d Using parallel forms
7 Connecting Ideas by Subordination a Making complex sentences
b Using appositives
c Using -ing and -ed phrases
d Using shortened adverb clauses
8 Common Sentence Problems a Fragments
b Run-together sentences
c Choppy writing
d Overuse of and, but, and so
9 Word Order a Normal word order
b Inverted (verb-subject) word order
c Word order of direct and indirect objects
d Varying sentence openings
10 Word Choice a Dictionaries and thesauruses
b Informal language and slang
c Gender-sensitive (sexist) language
PART 3 Grammar
11 Verb Forms and Tenses a Verb forms
b Verb tenses
c Special tense combinations
d Modals
e Passive voice
12 Special Situations with Verbs a Gerunds
b Infinitives
c Gerunds vs. infinitives
d Phrasal verbs
13 Subject-Verb Agreement a Singular subject
b Singular or plural subjects
c Plural subjects
d Confusing situations
14 Nouns: Count and Noncount a Count nouns
b Noncount nouns
c Count or noncount nouns
d Expressing quantity
15 Articles a For generic nouns: a, an, or no article ( æ )
b For indefinite articles: a, an, or some
c For definite nouns: the
d Idiomatic uses of articles
e Choosing the right article
16 Pronouns a Subject, object, and possessive forms
b Special situations
c Myself, ourselves
d Each other and one another
17 Pronoun Agreement a With indefinite pronouns: someone, everybody
b With generic nouns: a student, an employee
c With collective nouns: team, class
d With either .or and neither ... nor
18 Pronouns: Unclear Reference
19 Adjectives and Adverbs: Position a Position of adjectives
b Position of adverbs
20 Special Situations with Adjectives a Agreement of adjectives
b Order of adjectives
c Participial adjectives: boring or bored?
21 Comparisons a Equal degree: as big as, the same size as
b Comparative and superlative degrees: bigger than, the biggest; more difficult than, the most difficult
c Parallel forms with comparisons
22 Negatives a No vs. not
b Double negatives
23 Adjective Clauses a Subject pronouns: who, which, that
b Object pronouns: whom, which, that, æ (no pronoun)
c Possessive pronoun: whose
d Relative adverbs: where and when
e Punctuation of adjective clauses
PART 4 Punctuation
24 End Punctuation a Periods
b Question marks
c Exclamation points
25 Commas a In compound sentences
b After introducers
c Around extra-
From grammar and punctuation to the creation of essays and business letters, The Essentials of English: A Writer's Handbook is a must-have reference tool for today's writer. As easy to use as a dictionary, this handbook is designed specifically for non-native English speakers:
Pays extra attention to articles, phrasal verbs, subordinate clauses, and other commonly troublesome items.
Uses everyday language and simple sentence structure in both explanations and examples.
Examples reflect topics of multicultural interest.
Includes reference lists especially helpful to non-native speakers. Each part focuses on a single topic, building from sentence structure and mechanics to writing, revising, and proper formatting. Students also learn how to write a research paper in the MLA and APA styles. Practice exercises provide immediate application, and Special Tips throughout indicate common errors, explain confusing points, and offer helpful hints. The Essentials of English includes eight parts, an answer key, and an index:
The Basics
Clear Sentences
Grammar
Punctuation
Mechanics
Writing and Revising
Formats
Research Papers
Reference Lists Exercises to Accompany The Essentials of English provides additional practice related to the writing process, sentence structure, grammar, pronunciation, and more.
Pays extra attention to articles, phrasal verbs, subordinate clauses, and other commonly troublesome items.
Uses everyday language and simple sentence structure in both explanations and examples.
Examples reflect topics of multicultural interest.
Includes reference lists especially helpful to non-native speakers. Each part focuses on a single topic, building from sentence structure and mechanics to writing, revising, and proper formatting. Students also learn how to write a research paper in the MLA and APA styles. Practice exercises provide immediate application, and Special Tips throughout indicate common errors, explain confusing points, and offer helpful hints. The Essentials of English includes eight parts, an answer key, and an index:
The Basics
Clear Sentences
Grammar
Punctuation
Mechanics
Writing and Revising
Formats
Research Papers
Reference Lists Exercises to Accompany The Essentials of English provides additional practice related to the writing process, sentence structure, grammar, pronunciation, and more.