Think You Know Your Vocabulary?: Specialized Words Everyone Needs to Know

Think You Know Your Vocabulary? is the ultimate guide to building and using the right words effectively. Research shows that a well-developed vocabulary is the single most important characteristic linked to academic and career success. Why? Words are the conduits of thought and communication; your knowledge of and ability to use them wisely will define you in the years to come, both personally and professionally. Inside this book, you'll find: A helpful pretest that shows which areas of your verbiage need the most work 30 lessons, each consisting of an introduction, definitions, and activities such as crossword puzzles, word searches, and multiple-choice, true/false, and fill-in-the-blank questions More than 600 words tailored toward specific areas, including climate, politics and government, computers, mechanics, business, science, and much more A vocabulary boot camp to give you have a firm grasp on the basics A posttest to show proof of your progress A detailed answer key to each day's lesson as well as both practice tests