Do you plan to take the TOEFL test or IELTS but are not ready
for the challenge? Do you need more academic English practice? If you do, then
this book is for you. It is also for those who simply want to practice academic
English. Whatever your purpose, this book will give you a foundation in
essential academic English. Even though the focus is on TOEFL, the strategies
are applicable to IELTS. Why? Because IELTS, like TOEFL, tests your knowledge
of college-level academic English.
Vocabulary Strategies
The vocabulary component consists of three grouped
exercise types: Structure, Vocabulary,
and Written Expression. The questions are all multiple-choice. These exercises
are not on the TOEFL test but are excellent academic English practice nonetheless.
Combined, they will help you build an academic English vocabulary and introduce
you to college-level English grammar. Note: These exercises get more challenging
as you work your way through the book.
Argument Strategies
The argument component consists of basic
argument strategies that teach you how to argue subjectively and objectively, in
writing and verbally. You will also learn how to summarize, in writing and
verbally. Summarizing is an essential skill for TOEFL and IELTS. Each topic is
followed by exercises divided into three levels. Level one is the easiest while
level three is the most challenging.
By practicing both strategy types, you will develop
the academic English foundation you need for TOEFL and IELTS success, and for
studying in the United States.
