Mastering Arabic Vocabulary: For Beginner to Intermediate Learners of Modern Standard Arabic provides a structured vocabulary course for novice students of Arabic.
Arranged thematically, and by root, the course is a flexible resource that can be used alongside other learning materials. The unique root organisation supports students’ understanding of the structure of Arabic words and of the connection between form and meaning in Arabic vocabulary. The wealth of exercises throughout are designed to reinforce learning and help students gain a solid foundation in the key vocabulary needed to reach an intermediate level.
Mastering Arabic Vocabulary is the ideal reference for building a strong foundation in Arabic vocabulary, for students from beginner level up to B1-B2 CEFR and ACTFL Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-High.
Table of Contents: Chapter 1: FAMILY AND FEELINGS
Family Relations
Emotions and Feelings
Exercises
Chapter 2: HEALTH
The Body
The Senses
Sex and Reproduction
The Mind
Ailments, Illnesses and Disabilities
Treatments, Cures and Death
Exercises
Chapter 3: EDUCATION
School
Education
Performance Levels
University
Subjects
Extra-curricular and Recreational Activities
Exercises
Chapter 4: POLITICS
Government and Politics
Political Parties and Ideologies
Security Measures
War and Peace
Civil Disobedience
Elections and Voting
Displacement and Aid
Exercises
Chapter 5: WORK, BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS
Work and Employment
Business, Trade and Commerce
Economics and Finance
Exercises
Chapter 6: MEDIA
Journalism and News
Publishing
Commentary
Censorship
Exercises
Chapter 7: LAW AND ORDER
The Legal Process
Treaties and Contracts
Crimes
Under Arrest
Evidence and Proof
Verdicts and Convictions
Prison
Appeals and Settlements
Exercises
Chapter 8: CULTURE, RELIGION AND SOCIETY
Religion
Culture and Society
Exercises
Chapter 9: EARTH, NATURE AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Animals
Weather and Climate
Natural Disasters
Natural Resources and Energy
The World and Beyond
Exercises
Chapter 10: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Information Technology
Exercises
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