Repase y escriba - PROGRAM SAMPLER

vi Preface Organization LECTURA The Lectura is preceded by an Introducción on the author and the reading selection. Pre-reading exercises, new to this edition, can be found on the Repase y escriba Supersite . The Lectura is followed by: • Vocabulario . Exercises of different types to review the new vocabulary introduced in the reading. • Comprensión . Comprehension questions. • Interpretación. Personal reactions related to the reading. • Intercambio oral. Designed to stimulate conversation among students. SECCIÓN GRAMATICAL The grammar rules are explained in English to facilitate the students’ comprehension while doing their home preparation. A great variety of exercises are interspersed among the grammatical explanations. SECCIÓN LÉXICA • Ampliación . Proverbs, idioms, word families, computer vocabulary, etc. • Distinciones. English words with more than one Spanish equivalent and Spanish words with more than one meaning in English. The Ampliación and Distinciones sections are largely self-contained so that either or both may be omitted or assigned, giving instructors flexibility. PARA ESCRIBIR MEJOR This section deals with the mechanics of writing, punctuation, written accents, etc., as well as the art of translating and writing narratives, dialogues, descriptions, letters, and reports in Spanish. Temas para composición. Topics for creative compositions, with guidelines. Program Components Student Edition vText This virtual, interactive student edition provides a digital text, plus links to Supersite activi- ties and media. WebSAM Completely integrated with the Supersite, the WebSAM provides access to online Work- book activities with instant feedback and grading for select activities. Workbook The Workbook complements and expands upon material presented in the text. The Lectura section provides activities to enhance comprehension of each chapter’s reading as well as to practice the vocabulary introduced. The Sección gramatical contains numerous exercises,