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Kirn, Elaine. About the U.S.A. / E. Kirn. –  Washington : Global Publishing Solutions, 1989. –  128 p. 

 

About the U.S.A. is an intermediate level book for individuals who have some level of proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing the English language. The book is based on curriculum outlines developed by the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) and the Los Angeles County Community College Consortium for Amnesty (LACCCCA). 

The history, government, and citizenship materials of the program are divided into nine numbered units, each subdivided into several lettered modules. The modules can be presented in the order in the book or they may easily be used in any desired order. 

The information in this book will help you understand basic concepts and vocabulary in talking about your own country and city to other speakers of English.

 

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Johnson, Kevin. Online Education for Dummies / K. Johnson, S. Manning ; foreword J. Finkelstein. – Indianapolis : Wiley Publishing, Inc., 2010. – 346 p.

 

Online Education For Dummies explains the ins and outs of attending a virtual classroom, and provides you with the tools you need to improve your skills or obtain additional certification and degrees. Whether you want to earn a degree or just increase your knowledge through an online course, Online Education For Dummies is the only guide you need.

 

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Merriam-Webster’s Pocket Dictionary  : 40 000 English Words. – Springfield : Merriam-Webster, Inc., 2006. – 408 p.

 

"Merriam-Webster's Pocket Dictionary" is a concise yet comprehensive guide packed with information about the words most commonly used in speech and writing.

It’s a perfect dictionary for quick, on-the-go language reference and features 40,000 entries, clear, concise, definitions, variant spellings, and pronunciations. 

 

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Outline of U.S. History / executive ed. M. J. Friedman ; ed. director M. T. Chunko ; photo research: M. J. Sliker, A. M. Jacobs. – [S. l.] : Bureau of International Information Programs U.S. Department of State, 2011. – 376 p.

 

A chronological look at how the United States took shape — from its origins as an obscure set of colonies on the Atlantic coast a little more than 200 years ago into what one political analyst today calls "the first universal nation." This fully illustrated edition has been completely revised and updated by Alonzo L. Hamby, Distinguished Professor of History at Ohio University.

 

 

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Birdsall, Stephen. Outline of American Geography / St. Birdsall, J. Florin ; text ed. K. E. Hug. – [New York] : Regional Landscapes of the United States, 1992. – 196 p.

 

This book is about the geography of the United States.

This publication considers the physical environment of the United States — landforms, climate, soils, and vegetation — in terms of its impact on the country's cultural, regional, and political development.

 

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Thurman, Susan. The Only Grammar Book You’ll Ever Need : a one-stop source for every writing assignment / S. Thurman ; ed. L. Shea. – Avon : Adams Media, 2003. – 184 p.

 

The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need is the ideal resource for everyone who wants to produce writing that is clear, concise, and grammatically excellent. The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need is full of practical advice for anyone who needs to express something in writing. Using dozens of examples, English teacher Susan Thurman provides guidelines for: -- Understanding the parts of speech and elements of a sentence -- Avoiding the most common grammar and punctuation mistakes -- Correctly punctuating every sentence -- Writing clearly and directly -- Approaching writing projects -- big and small Easy to follow and authoritative. The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need will sit atop the desk of every student and every professional. 

 

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Peterson, Patricia Wilcox. Developing Writing : writing Skills Practice Book for EFL Beginning / Intermediate Level / P. W. Peterson. – Washington : United States Department of State, 2003. – 144 p.

 

Each of the twenty chapters in Developing Writing is introduced by a topical reading selection incorporating the lesson’s model structures, mechanics, and grammar points. Following each reading are activities designed for students to study composition, vocabulary, and spelling. The goal of this book is to take the student from the mechanics of basic sentence writing to the ability to construct a simple paragraph. Appendices include an irregular verb list, grammar rule index, and answer keys

The vocabulary and the structures have been planned chapter by chapter, from simple to more complex, and the lessons are build on each other. For this reason, the students will probably benefit the most if they do the exercises in each chapter in the order they are presented. The same is true of the order of the chapters: information presented early in the book will be helpful for the writing tasks in the later chapters.

 

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Johnson, Lance. What Foreigners Need To Know About America From A To Z : how To Understand Crazy American Culture, People, Government, Business, Language And More / L. Johnson. – Los Angeles : A to Z Publishing, 2012. – 594 p.

 

This unique book paints a revealing picture of America and its people for those foreigners who will benefit from a better understanding of America. It will also inform Americans who want to learn more about the U.S. and how it compares to other countries around the world. World traveler and teacher Lance Johnson studies cultural differences and the difficulties foreigners have understanding crazy America, as some call it.  For ease of understanding, the chapters are grouped into four sections. •Section I – America's Heritage. This defines the historical background of why America and its people became who and what they are today. •Section II – America's Culture. This section describes everyday life in America. •Section III – America's Business. This explains the complex business environment, operations, and people-related customs and why the U.S. is an economic juggernaut. •Section IV – America's Language. These chapters discuss practical ways to improve English grammar, speech, writing, communication skills, and reducing accents.

 

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Pierce, Douglas. Cracking the TOEFL iBT : 2015 / D. Pierce, S. Kinsell. – New York : Penguin Random House, 2014. - 946 p. + 1 ел. опт. диск (CD-ROM). – (The Princeton Review). 

 

The TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test ) is a crucial exam for students from around the world who want to attend college or graduate school in the United States. The Princeton Review offers the most complete and effective preparation for the competitive and popular TOEFL iBT with this test-prep guide for the exam.

 

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Marts, Geoff. Cracking the GMAT Premium 2015 / G. Marts, A. Robinson. – New York : Penguin Random House, 2014. - 760 p. – (The Princeton Review).

 

Cracking the GMAT Premium 2015 Edition, From America’s Most Popular Company, The Princeton Review, is a comprehensive book for those who aspire to excel in the GMAT. It is an all-in-one solution that helps you attain the highest possible score. The book contains all the necessary concepts that are essential to score higher in the test, including 6 full-length practice tests.