Your
vocabulary is key to your success in school. From assigned essays
to standardized tests, words help you share your thoughts and ideas
clearly and correctly. How to Build a Super Vocabulary gives you the
power to understand and use new words. You'll explore how words are put
together, where they come from, basic spelling rules, and ways to avoid
common blunders. Plus, you'll get to know 600 words that are often
found on standardized tests.
Filled with easy-to-follow
advice, this hands-on guide includes 7 Keys to Success that will help
you discover the meanings of unfamiliar words and put new words to good
use in your speaking and writing:
* Know the History of Language
* Find the Roots
* Use Context Clues
* Use Your Tools
* Tackle the Tough Ones
* Build Your Vocabulary
* Use the Best Words