Reading Processes and Structures, the companion volume to Writing
Processes and Structures, contains a variety of reading materials and
skill development exercises to improve students' cultural literacy and
prepare them for college-level readings. Reading Processes and
Structures offers more than 35 readings that span genres, from
newspaper and magazine articles to poetry and short fiction. The
passages include many original, never-before published readings, along
with pieces from well-known writers like Sandra Cisneros, Roald Dahl,
Tim O'Brien, Robert Pinsky, Amy Tan, and Alice Walker. Some writings
deal with serious social issues while others examine humorous aspects of
life in America.
This textbook is divided into two parts: The Basics and Reading Units.
In The Basics, students will find fundamental definitions and learning
strategies and an overview of the parts of speech and literary terms.
Each of the six Reading Units contains reading passages equal to or
longer than those on the Next-Generation TOEFL(R) Test; readings can be
used for lively classroom discussion and individual study. Reading
Processes and Structures also includes pre-reading and vocabulary
activities, as well as exercises designed to check student understanding
of reading themes and details.
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