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9780071447751
A quick, effective way to master English pronouns and prepositionsThe only way to build your skills in a second language is to practice, practice, practice. Following the successful Practice Makes Perfect approach, this book gives you clear explanations and all the tools you need to learn English pronouns and prepositions. A valuable resource for beginning- to intermediate-level ESL learners, Practice Makes Perfect: English Pronouns and Prepositions features: In-depth coverage of English pronoun and preposition usage Clear explanations that make even the most complex concepts easy to understand Dozens of skill-building exercises An answer key for ready reference and quick feedback A comprehensive list of commonly used prepositions, including confusing compound prepositionsWith the help of many realistic examples taken from everyday life, this book takes the mystery out of English pronouns and prepositions. It provides a variety of practical exercises to help you practice what you've learned.Topics covered include: Pronouns as subjects, direct objects, and indirect objects Pronouns in a prepositional phrase Possessive, demonstrative, indefinite, and interrogative pronouns Relative, reflexive, and reciprocal pronouns Prepositions that indicate location, movement, direction, or time Compound prepositions and prepositions that combine with other words Participial and postpositive prepositions Words that require a specific preposition Prepositions and phrasal verbsEd Swick is the author of 'Practice Makes Perfect: English Pronouns and Prepositions (Practice Makes Perfect Series)', published 2005 under ISBN 9780071447751 and ISBN 007144775X.
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