Grammar Smart, 2nd Edition (Princeton Review Series)

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Summary: Simple Grammar Instruction
Review: A very good no-frills book that is an instant cure for all sorts of grammar problems. Don't expect the flashy, "cute" approach that many modern grammar books have adopted, but rather just sit back and enjoy a straightforward no-nonsense approach to grammar that is understandable to even the most hardened grammarphobe. A great read for those interested in grammar or those wishing to polish up their everyday speech and writing.

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Summary: Good concept, but missed the target.
Review: Grammar is boring, frustrating, and complex. At least, that's the impression I got from taking it in school. This book attempts to take a fun (well, not-so-boring) approach to explain it all... And for the most part it does well. It's concise, and the examples are good. Where things fall apart is when the book refers to parts of grammar that haven't been explained yet. For example, starting with Quick Quiz #8 (page 25), the reader is asked to identify prepositional phrases, but phrases and clauses aren't covered until page 59. Naturally, you'll miss a lot of the questions. The answers to the quizzes seldom have explanations. If an answer seems to contradict a grammar rule or just not make sense, you're left hanging. Discouraging? You bet. If you were confused by grammar in school, this book may help -- but don't expect it to answer all your questions or eliminate frustration with the topic.

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Summary: Good review but less useful if you are starting from scratch
Review: If you have been using English for a long time and you want to know why you are saying what you say, this can be a great guide. It is a no-nonsense book with a lively approach - well, as lively as an appoach can be when you are studying grammar! Not only do you get the explanations in an easy to use format but you also get regognition exercises for each point you are studying. In addition, I love the little tit-bits that are included from time to time. For example, one of the "trivia quiz" secions asks you to name a noun hat ends in -ly (-ly ususlly indicated an adverb). Can you name one? I can after reading "Grammar Smart"! I love to trot out a gem like that and look more intelligent than I am! I think that calling this a grammar "review" is an accurate description. I am university educated and I am just using the book to brush up on a couple of things and making sure I know which part of speech is which. I would not recommend it for someone who may, for some reason, have had a disadvantehged education and would have to start from the beginning. For example, in one section, you are told, "your ear should be able to tell the difference". Well, it should, but if you have grown up in an area where you are habitually bombarded with ungrammatical English, then that is whet your "ear" will tend to think of as the norm. But I like the idea in "Grammar Smart" - no rules for rule's sake. I heartily recommend this book and I intend to buy more books in the "--- Smart" series. Other good points are ideas on better style and dealing with recurring problem areas. Well done Princeton Review!

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Summary: excellent grammar review book
Review: It is an excellent review book for Gmat test-takers. When you have a busy schedule but long for a high Gmat score in order to accomplish your dream in a top 10 MBA program, it is the right one out of all such kinds. The review may be brief but that is all you need to and could be able to know well. It is written in a way that I really enjoyed to read. It worked very well for me so that I want to spend some time and say something about it.

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Summary: GRAMMAR FOR VERBAL TEST
Review: ITS A GREAT BOOK FOR VERBAL TESTS LIKE GMAT
BUT ITS NOT FOR IN DEPTH LEARNING ENGLISH

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Summary: Good concept, but missed the target.
Review: This is book is great. It is well organized, complete, and simply written. The exercises provide great practice. It also highlights common grammatical mistakes that always show up on examinations. You can read this book in one day and understand what you've read.

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Summary: EXCELLENT
Review: This is book is great. It is well organized, complete, and simply written. The exercises provide great practice. It also highlights common grammatical mistakes that always show up on examinations. You can read this book in one day and understand what you've read.

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Summary: An excellent resource for adults and teens alike...
Review: When I was in college, I had a roomate who was constantly correcting my grammar. The habit wore off on me, and while mine is not perfect, I do like to think it's good. I bought this book to answer several nagging questions I had about a few things, and was very impressed.

The format is laid out well. The lessons are simple and easy to follow, while conveying information thoroughly. This book can be used by adults as well as teens in high school to great effect. And like, it's never a bad thing to tawk gud, ya know?

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Summary: These book are greater than others that are still good ones
Review: Wow! This are a greatest book that made me spoken english even gooder than before I read it. I saw this book surfing the net and had to get it.

Rating:
Summary: These book are greater than others that are still good ones
Review: Wow! This are a greatest book that made me spoken english even gooder than before I read it. I saw this book surfing the net and had to get it.