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English conversation, Jean Yates, PhD

eng

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non fiction

English conversation

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Jean Yates, PhD

Practice makes perfect

Practice Makes Perfect: English Conversation gives helpful instruction on correct pronunciation, grammar, syntax, and word usage, keeping in mind the typical problems of non-native English speakers. Each section includes a series of exercises that gives extra practice in using new concepts and encourages constructing personalized conversations

Introducing yourself and others -- Expressing opinions, likes, and dislikes -- Describing people, places, and things -- Striking up a conversation -- Making dates and appointments -- Expressing wants and needs -- Making requests and offers -- Expressing doubts and uncertainty -- Talking about future events -- Making a case or arguing a point -- Narrating a story -- Retelling a conversation -- Electronic conversation -- Appendix A: Irregular past tense and past participle forms -- Appendix B: Short tag questions and answers -- Appendix C: Glossary -- Answer key

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Practice makes perfect, English conversation