Vocabulary Cartoons: SAT Word Power
by Sam Burchers
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Author: Sam BurchersEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-10-15
ISBN: 0965242234
Number of pages: 347
Publisher: New Monic Books
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- ISBN13: 9780965242233
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Book Review: Finally! a vocabulary method that really works!
Summary: 5 Stars
Like anything worth doing in life, remembering and retaining all 290 words in this book will not be easy. Will it still be worth your effort to master these words? YES! YES! YES! Why?, because a HUGE component of reading comprehension comes down to understanding vocabulary words.
VC teaches words commonly found on SAT exams. In turn, the SAT tests words (such as "melancholy" [depression of spirits] or "countenance" [a person's facial expression]) that are commonly found throughout English Literature. Thanks to VC, I now know these two words by heart.
I should also point out that this book is not political! You will not take "umbrage" [a sense of insult; to take offense] by the content.
Now on to the important part of my review. I can honestly say that it took me well over a year to remember and incorporate all 290 words into my everyday vocabulary! Why so long? Even with the excellent cartoons, there are simply too many words to remember all of the subtle differences between the words. For example, what is the difference between the words "abhor" and "abominate"? "beleaguer" and beset"? How about "allure", "assuage", and "balm"? Also, many words have different meanings. For example, "pique" [as a verb - to arouse curiosity] or [as a noun - resentment or irritation stemming from wounded pride].
That said, I believe the most fool-proof method to memorize ALL of the words is via the lowly flashcard. There I said it. Here's how to do it. Write three words per flash card. On the front, write the word, grammar type (noun, adj. etc.) and the link word to the right. Then under each word write the caption sentence. On the back of each card write the definition. The best definition to use is the short definition that is used in the Reviews at the end of each section. Does this method work? Yes!
You can do it too!
Summary of Vocabulary Cartoons: SAT Word Power
First complete collection of rhyming word and visual mnemonic aids for rapid vocabulary enhancement. This unique book contains 290 words commonly found on the SAT test and is presented with easy to remember memory aids in the form of word associations and humorous cartoons. Students learn three times more words in independent school tests. Makes vocabulary fun! As easy as reading the comics. It is a must for every college bound middle and high school student.SAT & PSAT Books
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