Caribbean English A

A new, skills-based text fully covering the requirements of the CXC English A syllabus at CSEC level. Focused on developing key reading, writing, speaking and listening skills, the book also covers the assessment objectives of the examination. Individual chapters cover: - Reading for understanding - Writing to inform and explain - Writing to describe - Reading argumentative texts - Writing to argue, persuade and advise - Reading for pleasure - Personal and discursive writing - Reading media texts - Writing reports and reviews - Reading literary texts - Writing short stories and narratives - Reading poetry - Writing poetry and about poetry - Reading drama and dialogue - Writing dialogue and dramatic scenes - Tips for exam success The accompanying CD-ROM contains useful background information and advice for students on how to prepare for examinations, enabling them to maximise their performance. Answers to multiple-choice questions are also included.