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The Longman Academic Writing Series helps English language students master the writing skills needed to succeed in their academic careers. The fi ve-level series spans writing topics from composing sentences to writing research papers. Each level covers the complete writing process from prewriting to revision.
Level 1 teaches beginning students to write sentences and paragraphs. The text’s proven approach integrates training in grammar, mechanics, vocabulary, sentence structure, and paragraph organization along with the writing process.
Features
- Realistic writing models and systematic practice empower students to write effectively in different genres.
- Clear explanations help students grasp and apply key concepts.
- Sentence structure, grammar, and mechanics instruction helps students develop key writing skills.
- A step-by-step approach guides students seamlessly through the writing process.
- Vocabulary sections help students develop language awareness and improve the quality of their writing. Writing Tips provide useful strategies to enhance students’ writing experience.
- Writing Expansions, including journals, timed writing, and summarizing, build written fluency and test-taking skills.
Enhanced Digital Practice
- An improved MyEnglishLab includes additional practice activities and assessments.
- The Pearson Practice English App allows students to comp
- Realistic writing models and systematic practice empower students to write effectively in different genres.
- Clear explanations help students grasp and apply key concepts.
- Sentence structure, grammar, and mechanics instruction helps students develop key writing skills.
- A step-by-step approach guides students seamlessly through the writing process.
- Vocabulary sections help students develop language awareness and improve the quality of their writing. Writing Tips provide useful strategies to enhance students’ writing experience.
- Writing Expansions, including journals, timed writing, and summarizing, build written fluency and test-taking skills.
The Longman Academic Writing Series helps English language students master the writing skills needed to succeed in their academic careers. The fi ve-level series spans writing topics from composing sentences to writing research papers. Each level covers the complete writing process from prewriting to revision.
Level 1 teaches beginning students to write sentences and paragraphs. The text’s proven approach integrates training in grammar, mechanics, vocabulary, sentence structure, and paragraph organization along with the writing process.
Features
- Realistic writing models and systematic practice empower students to write effectively in different genres.
- Clear explanations help students grasp and apply key concepts.
- Sentence structure, grammar, and mechanics instruction helps students develop key writing skills.
- A step-by-step approach guides students seamlessly through the writing process.
- Vocabulary sections help students develop language awareness and improve the quality of their writing. Writing Tips provide useful strategies to enhance students’ writing experience.
- Writing Expansions, including journals, timed writing, and summarizing, build written fluency and test-taking skills.
Enhanced Digital Practice
- An improved MyEnglishLab includes additional practice activities and assessments.
- The Pearson Practice English App allows students to comp
Enhanced Digital Practice
- An improved MyEnglishLab includes additional practice activities and assessments.
- The Pearson Practice English App allows students to comp
To the Teacher…………………………………………………………………………………………………………x
Acknowledgments ………………………………………………………………………………………………… xi
Chapter Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….xiii
Chapter 1 Introducing Yourself …………………………………………………………….1
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………….2
Looking at the Models……………………………………………………………………………………..2
Looking at Vocabulary: Words for Names ……………………………………………………3
Organization …………………………………………………………………………………………………..4
From Words to Sentences to Paragraphs………………………………………………………..4
Paragraph Format……………………………………………………………………………………………5
Sentence Structure and Mechanics …………………………………………………………..5
Sentence Structure………………………………………………………………………………………….5
Statements and Questions………………………………………………………………………………6
Sentence Mechanics……………………………………………………………………………………….8
Grammar ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….10
Verbs……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10
The Simple Present of the Verb Be…………………………………………………………………12
Basic Sentence Patterns with the Verb Be……………………………………………………..13
Applying Vocabulary: Using Words for Names ……………………………………………15
The Writing Process ……………………………………………………………………………………16
The Steps in the Writing Process……………………………………………………………………16
Writing Assignment: A Paragraph to Introduce Yourself ……………………………..18
Self-Assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………….19
Expansion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..20
Your Journal…………………………………………………………………………………………………..20
Chapter 2 Everyday Routines……………………………………………………………….22
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………..23
Looking at the Models……………………………………………………………………………………23
Looking at Vocabulary: Word Partners………………………………………………………..25
Organization …………………………………………………………………………………………………26
Formatting the Page………………………………………………………………………………………26
Grammar and Sentence Structure ……………………………………………………………30
Nouns…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….30
Subject Pronouns…………………………………………………………………………………………..33
The Simple Present ……………………………………………………………………………………….35
Applying Vocabulary: Using Word Partners………………………………………………….37
The Writing Process ……………………………………………………………………………………38
Peer Review…………………………………………………………………………………………………..38
Writing Assignment: A Paragraph about Your Morning Routine ………………….40
Self-Assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………….42
Expansion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..43
On Your Own: A Paragraph about Your Sleep Habits…………………………………….43
Your Journal…………………………………………………………………………………………………..43
Chapter 3 Every Picture Tells a Story………………………………………………..44
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………..45
Looking at the Models……………………………………………………………………………………45
Looking at Vocabulary: Go + -ing Verbs………………………………………………………47
Organization …………………………………………………………………………………………………48
Topic Sentences…………………………………………………………………………………………….48
Sentence Structure …………………………………………………………………………………….55
Subjects of Sentences……………………………………………………………………………………55
Writing Complete Sentences …………………………………………………………………………56
Grammar ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….58
Negative Verbs……………………………………………………………………………………………….58
Adjectives………………………………………………………………………………………………………61
Applying Vocabulary: Using Go + -ing Verbs………………………………………………..63
Writing Assignment: A Paragraph about Someone in a Photo ……………………64
Self-Assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………….67
Expansion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..67
On Your Own: A Paragraph about Someone You Know Well…………………………67
Your Journal…………………………………………………………………………………………………..68
Chapter 4 A Good Day……………………………………………………………………………..69
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………..70
Looking at the Models……………………………………………………………………………………70
Looking at Vocabulary: Phrasal Verbs…………………………………………………………72
Organization …………………………………………………………………………………………………72
Time Order……………………………………………………………………………………………………..72
Sentence Structure and Grammar ……………………………………………………………74
Simple Sentence Patterns, Part 1…………………………………………………………………..74
Adverbs of Frequency……………………………………………………………………………………75
Using Prepositions to Show Time…………………………………………………………………..79
Mechanics …………………………………………………………………………………………………….81
Using Capital Letters……………………………………………………………………………………..81
Capital Letters for Titles…………………………………………………………………………………82
Applying Vocabulary: Using Phrasal Verbs…………………………………………………..83
Writing Assignment: A Paragraph about a Typical Day ……………………………….84
Self-Assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………….86
Expansion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..86
On Your Own: A Paragraph about a Favorite Holiday…………………………………….86
Your Journal…………………………………………………………………………………………………..87
Chapter 5 Your Hometown ……………………………………………………………………88
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………..89
Looking at the Models……………………………………………………………………………………89
Looking at Vocabulary: Words for Directions……………………………………………….91
Organization …………………………………………………………………………………………………92
Supporting Sentences, Part 1………………………………………………………………………..92
Grammar ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….94
A, An, and The……………………………………………………………………………………………….94
There Is and There Are…………………………………………………………………………………..97
Using Prepositions to Describe Location……………………………………………………….99
Sentence Structure ……………………………………………………………………………………100
Prepositional Phrases in Sentences……………………………………………………………..100
Applying Vocabulary: Using Words for Directions………………………………………102
Writing Assignment: A Paragraph Describing Your Hometown…………………..103
Self-Assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………..106
Expansion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………106
On Your Own: A Paragraph about a Favorite Place……………………………………..106
Your Journal…………………………………………………………………………………………………106
Chapter 6 On the Job………………………………………………………………………………107
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………108
Looking at the Models………………………………………………………………………………….108
Looking at Vocabulary: Words for Jobs……………………………………………………..110
Organization ……………………………………………………………………………………………….111
Supporting Sentences, Part 2………………………………………………………………………111
Paragraph Unity……………………………………………………………………………………………112
Grammar ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..114
The Present Progressive………………………………………………………………………………114
Present Progressive vs. Simple Present……………………………………………………….116
Sentence Structure ……………………………………………………………………………………120
Simple Sentence Patterns, Part 2…………………………………………………………………120
Applying Vocabulary: Using Words for Jobs………………………………………………123
Writing Assignment: A Paragraph about Someone at Work……………………….124
Self-Assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………..127
Expansion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………127
Timed Writing: A Paragraph about Someone with a Good Job……………………127
Your Journal…………………………………………………………………………………………………128
Chapter 7 Remembering an Important Event……………………………..129
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………130
Looking at the Models………………………………………………………………………………….130
Looking at Vocabulary: Adjectives + Prepositions……………………………………..132
Organization ……………………………………………………………………………………………….133
Organizing Your Ideas…………………………………………………………………………………..133
Sentence Structure and Mechanics ……………………………………………………….135
Simple vs. Compound Sentences………………………………………………………………..135
Grammar ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..140
The Simple Past……………………………………………………………………………………………140
Applying Vocabulary: Using Adjectives + Prepositions……………………………….147
Writing Assignment: A Paragraph about a Memorable Event……………………..148
Self-Assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………..150
Expansion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………150
Timed Writing: A Paragraph about a Weekend…………………………………………….150
Your Journal…………………………………………………………………………………………………151
Chapter 8 Memories of a Trip …………………………………………………………….152
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………153
Looking at the Models………………………………………………………………………………….153
Looking at Vocabulary: Word Families……………………………………………………….155
Organization ……………………………………………………………………………………………….156
Concluding Sentences…………………………………………………………………………………156
Grammar ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..159
Past Time Expressions…………………………………………………………………………………159
Contents vii
Sentence Structure ……………………………………………………………………………………163
Sentences with Past Time Clauses………………………………………………………………163
Sentence Fragments…………………………………………………………………………………….166
Applying Vocabulary: Using Word Families………………………………………………..167
Writing Assignment: A Paragraph about Your Memories of a Trip………………168
Self-Assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………..170
Expansion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………170
Timed Writing: A Paragraph about a Childhood Experience………………………..170
Your Journal…………………………………………………………………………………………………171
Chapter 9 Looking Ahead……………………………………………………………………..172
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………173
Looking at the Models………………………………………………………………………………….173
Looking at Vocabulary: Adverbs of Probability…………………………………………..175
Organization ……………………………………………………………………………………………….176
Listing Order…………………………………………………………………………………………………176
Grammar ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..178
Expressing Future Time with Be Going To……………………………………………………178
Expressing Future Time with Will………………………………………………………………….180
Future Time Expressions………………………………………………………………………………182
Sentence Structure ……………………………………………………………………………………183
Sentences with Future Time Clauses……………………………………………………………183
Run-On Sentences……………………………………………………………………………………….186
Applying Vocabulary: Using Adverbs of Probability……………………………………188
Writing Assignment: A Paragraph about Your Future Plans………………………..189
Self-Assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………..191
Expansion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………191
Timed Writing: A Paragraph about a Future Event……………………………………….191
Your Journal…………………………………………………………………………………………………192
Appendices
Appendix A More Ideas for Journal Writing…………………………………………………..193
Appendix B Grammar Terms…………………………………………………………………………194
Appendix C Grammar Charts………………………………………………………………………..196
1. Subject Pronouns; Object Pronouns; Possessive Adjectives;
Possessive Pronouns……………………………………………………………………………….196
2. Count and Noncount Nouns; Possessive Nouns………………………………………197
3. The Verb Be–Present and Past……………………………………………………………….199
4. The Simple Present …………………………………………………………………………………201
5. The Present Progressive ………………………………………………………………………….203
6. The Simple Past ………………………………………………………………………………………205
7. Irregular Verb Chart …………………………………………………………………………………208
8. Expressing Future Time with Be Going To and Will…………………………………..209
9. Order of Adjectives ………………………………………………………………………………….212
Appendix D Sentence Types (Simple, Compound, Complex)……………………….212
Appendix E Mechanics (Rules for Capitalization, Punctuation)……………………..214
Appendix F Correction Symbols and Practice………………………………………………216
Index……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………219
Credits…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………222
Contents
The Longman Academic Writing Series helps English language students master the writing skills needed to succeed in their academic careers. The fi ve-level series spans writing topics from composing sentences to writing research papers. Each level covers the complete writing process from prewriting to revision.
Level 1 teaches beginning students to write sentences and paragraphs. The text’s proven approach integrates training in grammar, mechanics, vocabulary, sentence structure, and paragraph organization along with the writing process.
Additional information
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| Subjects | World languages, ESL / EAL, English Language Teaching |