David Stillman - Italian Vocabulary Drills

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For Alex and Mimi, whose brilliance and love illuminate and inspire every word we write. David M. Stillman Ronni L.

Gordon In memory of Marta Losito, my elementary school teacher, who gave me the gift of words. Grazie, maestra Marta. Tiziano Cherubini

The office, the computer, business, and the economyTravel, vacation, and free timeThe daily routine; educationHealth and accidentsFamily and relationships; describing peopleEntertainment and amusements: music, theater, movies, and the visual artsProfessions, countries, nationalities, and languagesHolidays and celebrationsGovernment, politics, and societyIntellectual and spiritual lifeThe world: nature and science When I use a word, Humpty Dumpty said in rather a scornful tone, it means just what I choose it to meanneither more nor less. Through the Looking Glass, LEWIS CARROLL Italian Vocabulary Drills is designed to provide beginning and intermediate learners of Italian with essential vocabulary that will enable them to carry on conversations in Italian, read a wide variety of materials, and write on a broad range of topics in the language. Italian Vocabulary Drills goes beyond the basic vocabulary found in most first- and second-year textbooks. Italian Vocabulary Drills has 15 chapters, each built around a specific theme. Italian Vocabulary Drills has 15 chapters, each built around a specific theme.

Each chapter has titled sections that present groupings of similar words. Instead of presenting words in isolation, we introduce them in a meaningful context that makes learning and remembering new vocabulary easier and more productive. Language boxes In each chapter, there are brief lexical, grammatical, and cultural explanations prompted by certain words or expressions presented. These explanations enhance the study of Italian vocabulary by deepening the learners appreciation of the language and its culture. Per parlare un italiano autentico and Proverbi, espressioni e citazioni These unique sections of idiomatic usage are designed to reinforce and expand the vocabulary presented in the chapter by preparing the learner for interaction with native speakers of Italian. Exercises The exercises at the end of each chapter help you master the vocabulary introduced. Exercises The exercises at the end of each chapter help you master the vocabulary introduced.

There is a great variety of exercise types from controlled to free expression: multiple choice, fill-in, matching, classification, word families, composition, oral presentation, and translation. Answer key An answer key for the exercises facilitates self-study. AppItalian Vocabulary Drills offers an all-purpose vocabulary app that allows the learner to study 450 words and expressions using digital flashcards. The app is compatible with portable devices, so it can be used anytime, anywhere. Visualization of the words on flashcards increases the learners ability to remember and internalize new vocabulary. This is a very effective and enjoyable way to learn and review vocabulary.

See the copyright page for information on how to access the McGraw-Hill Education Language Lab app. Italian Vocabulary Drills gives beginners the words and phrases they need to construct simple paragraphs and oral presentations and furnishes intermediate learners with the lexical tools they need to express themselves in more complex writing tasks and oral presentations on a wide variety of topics. Even the most advanced learners will find this book helpful. User-friendly, it is ideal for learners working on their own or as an ancillary for students using a textbook in a classroom setting. Chapters may be covered in any order, making the book compatible with all texts, types of curricula, and classroom approaches, and facilitating the individualization of vocabulary practice. David M.