Essential Course of English: Topical Texts, Lexical – Grammar Exercises. Book 1

Abstract

English Essential Course is the book designed and presented for 1st year learners of the English language at teacher training universities. This practical course consists of 10 sections provided with Selected Texts, Grammar and Vocabulary Exercises. Collected exercises and activities will help learners to enlarge their vocabulary, to sort out the essential literary and linguistic data as well as to develop the learners’ power of their spontaneous speech. The aim of the book is to help learners understand English grammar structures, topical vocabulary and pronunciation rules through comprehensive theory tables and functional examples. The book adheres to the principle that every structure should first be heard, then practised in oral and finally, in written form. The book encourages learners to speak before writing, and allows them to practise English structures through a variety of enjoyable and useful activities. The book consists of 10 units, each focusing on a particular grammar and vocabulary topic.