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In his best-selling Strictly English Simon Heffer explained how to
write and speak our language well. In Simply English he offers an
entertaining and supremely useful A-Z guide to frequent errors,
common misunderstandings and stylistic howlers. What is the
difference between amend and emend, between imply and infer, and
between uninterested and disinterested? When should one put owing
to rather than due to? Why should the temptation to write actually,
basically or at this moment in time always be strenuously resisted?
How does one use an apostrophe correctly, ensure that one
understands what alibi really means, and avoid the perils of the
double negative? With articles on everything from punctuation to
tabloid English to adverbs and adjectives, Simply English is the
essential companion for anyone who cares about the language and
wants to use it correctly.
As with any other language, the proper understanding and use of
words is important for communication between English-speaking
people. Therefore, sharpen your vocabulary skills with this handy
3-panel guide that features a comprehensive list of advanced-level
words from dissipate to incongruous for you to study. In addition,
helpful vocabulary tips and guidelines are provided in order to
make learning new words even easier.
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Get It Right: Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar provides an
accessible introduction to the basics of spelling, punctuation and
grammar for 11-14 year old students. This series offers a
comprehensive package of teaching and practice in one and focuses
on what students need to know to write fluently and accurately, as
well as helping to prepare students for the demands of further
English study. Each workbook also has a clear focus on grammar in
context; the contextualised activities encourage students to apply
grammar knowledge to their analysis of a range of
carefully-selected, engaging source texts. Get It Right: Spelling,
Punctuation and Grammar Workbook 2 builds on Workbook 1 and is the
ideal resource for students' taking their next steps in
understanding spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Die Pharos Afrikaansgids bied eenvoudige riglyne vir spelling en skryfwyses
volgens die 2017-uitgawe van die Afrikaanse woordelys en spelreëls en is KABV-
geskik. Dit dek die belangrike taalsake wat oor leerders se pad kom en is 'n
praktiese, alledaagse gids vir voorgraadse studente en ander taalgebruikers.
- Deel A bevat naslaanlyste van woorde wat dikwels spellingprobleme
oplewer, meervoude en verkleining, intensiewe vorme, vergelykings en
idiome.
- Deel B is ’n naslaangedeelte wat belangrike en algemene taalreëls aan
die hand van eenvoudige definisies en enkele voorbeelde verduidelik.
- Deel C bevat nuttige inligting oor byvoorbeeld sinsoorte, woordorde in
sinne en die konstruksie van paragrawe. Daar is ook ’n kort oorsig oor
tekstipes.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Norme vir Afrikaans het oor die jare al bewys gelewer dat dit 'n
bron is vir gebruik in taalkundeklaskamers van tersiere instellings
en selfs in skole. Die titel is 'n praktiese naslaanbron wat as
basis vir eie taalontwikkeling kan dien. In die aanpak word probeer
om taalteorie en taalpraktyk versoen. In die besonder focus die
titel op die 'norme' wat; 'n mens in gedagte moet hou by die
praktiese gebruik van Afrikaans, onder meer die beginsels
onderliggend aan hierdie norme, en dan ook die identifisering van
belangrike en nuttige bronne van taaladvies oor problematiese
taalsake. Die doel van die titel is nie om streng 'normatief' te
probeer voorskryf nie, maar eerder om leiding te gee met die
hantering van praktiese taalkwessies, met as vertrekpunt
gefundeerde taalteoretiese kennis oor die Afrikaanse taalkunde. Die
riglyne van die negende uitgawe van die Afrikaanse Woordelys en
Spelreels (2002) is ook volledig in hierdie uitgawe verken.
The bestselling workbook and grammar guide, revised and updated!
Hailed as one of the best books around for teaching grammar, The
Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation includes easy-to-understand
rules, abundant examples, dozens of reproducible quizzes, and pre-
and post-tests to help teach grammar to middle and high schoolers,
college students, ESL students, homeschoolers, and more. This
concise, entertaining workbook makes learning English grammar and
usage simple and fun. This updated 12th edition reflects the latest
updates to English usage and grammar, and includes answers to all
reproducible quizzes to facilitate self-assessment and learning.
Clear and concise, with easy-to-follow explanations, offering "just
the facts" on English grammar, punctuation, and usage Fully updated
to reflect the latest rules, along with even more quizzes and pre-
and post-tests to help teach grammar Ideal for students from
seventh grade through adulthood in the US and abroad For anyone who
wants to understand the major rules and subtle guidelines of
English grammar and usage, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation
offers comprehensive, straightforward instruction.
This book explains the functions and correct uses of 21 of the most
used punctuation marks like the apostrophe, brackets, semicolon,
dashes, and also some you may not know about like guillemets,
forward slash, or the interpunct. The book is humorous, fully
illustrated using real life scenarios with stylish cartoons, and is
for a wide age range (young to aging) and intelligence (emerging to
expert). Written in down-to-earth easy to understand language, this
book is ideal for young people learning to read and write, and
reluctant teenage readers. It is also for professional editors and
writers, or anyone with an interest in writing, language, grammar
and punctuation. It makes an ideal gift, birthday present or
special occasion gesture. If you have an interest in punctuation or
would like to know more about punctuation, then this book is for
you!
Packed with clear guidance on the nuts and bolts of grammar and
plenty of examples, this text will help students master the
fundamentals of English grammar and tackle written assignments with
confidence. 60+ bite-sized units help students overcome common
areas of difficulty, such as forming different tenses, using
connectives to link ideas and build an argument, punctuating
sentences and choosing the right words. Each unit is presented on a
double-page spread, making it easy for students to flick through
the book and quickly find the unit they need. Short, focused
exercises at the end of each unit - with answers provided at the
back of the book - make this text ideal for both self-study and
classroom use. This third edition contains four new units on
hedging, being critical and collocation. Improve Your Grammar is an
essential resource for students of all disciplines and levels
wanting to excel at writing, and can be used as a self-study
workbook or on tutor-led grammar modules.
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