00927nam a2200121Ia 450000500170000008000220001710000170003924500450005626000350010130000200013652006300015658300190078620260716043509.0  aLRC 05.06.02 B712  aBonet, Diana  aVocabulary improvement : words made easy  bCrisp Pub.aMenlo ParkUSc1992  a[4], vi, 134 p.  aProvides tools for improving basic vocabulary and word-use skills in listening, speaking, reading  and writing.  Traces the development of the English Language and provides several examples of loanwords from other languages to the English vocabulary.  Lists 5 techniques for learning new words, and explains how to use the dictionary and thesaurus.  Shows how knowing the meanings of prefixes, suffixes and non-English roots helps in deciphering the meaning of words.  Distinguishes between idioms, jargon and slang and shows how they enrich (and confuse/complicate) the language.  Includes practice exercises and word games.  c8/7/03kTESSAH