En Bonne Forme

En Bonne Forme

Based on the conviction that a solid knowledge of French grammar is essential, <i>En bonne forme</i> introduces each grammar topic by way of one or more excerpts of French or francophone literature. These reading selections (<b>Lectures</b>), at the beginning of each chapter, illustrate the grammar topic. <p>The core of the chapter is the grammar section (<b>Grammaire</b>). It consists of a thorough explanation of each grammar topic with reinforcement exercises after each major step. <b>Supplements de grammaire</b> consist of a selection of idiomatic expressions that appear in the <b>Lecture</b> or are related to the grammar topic. Each item is followed by reinforcement exercises. The fourth major feature, the <b>Synthese</b> section, contains contextualized activities, communicative activities in pairs and groups and topics for written composition. <i>En bonne forme</i> provides ample opportunity to improve all four skills-reading, writing, listening, and especially speaking.</p>