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From this reading _First Edition April_ 1911 PREFATORY NOTE In this volume appear two new appendices, which will also be added to all others of our Series: (1) _Questionnaires_, which are not meant to usurp the teacher’s freedom in _viva voce_ practice of the language, but to select for attention certain questions, so that their answers may be carefully prepared by the pupils after the portions of the text to which they refer have been read through.
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From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
adnounUS /æd/
a public promotion of some product or service
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading _First Edition April_ 1911 PREFATORY NOTE In this volume appear two new appendices, which will also be added to all others of our Series: (1) _Questionnaires_, which are not meant to usurp the teacher’s freedom in _viva voce_ practice of the language, but to select for attention certain questions, so that their answers may be carefully prepared by the pupils after the portions of the text to which they refer have been read through.
the quality of having a superior or more favorable position
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading _First Edition April_ 1911 PREFATORY NOTE In this volume appear two new appendices, which will also be added to all others of our Series: (1) _Questionnaires_, which are not meant to usurp the teacher’s freedom in _viva voce_ practice of the language, but to select for attention certain questions, so that their answers may be carefully prepared by the pupils after the portions of the text to which they refer have been read through.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
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in addition
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ampleadjectiveUS /ˈæmpəl/
more than enough in size or scope or capacity
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
answersnounUS /ˈænsərz/
plural of “answer” — a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
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give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
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appendicesnounUS /əˈpendɪsiːz/
plural of “appendix” — supplementary material that is collected and appended at the back of a book
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AprilnounUS /ˈeɪprəl/
the month following March and preceding May
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areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading _First Edition April_ 1911 PREFATORY NOTE In this volume appear two new appendices, which will also be added to all others of our Series: (1) _Questionnaires_, which are not meant to usurp the teacher’s freedom in _viva voce_ practice of the language, but to select for attention certain questions, so that their answers may be carefully prepared by the pupils after the portions of the text to which they refer have been read through.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
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used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading _First Edition April_ 1911 PREFATORY NOTE In this volume appear two new appendices, which will also be added to all others of our Series: (1) _Questionnaires_, which are not meant to usurp the teacher’s freedom in _viva voce_ practice of the language, but to select for attention certain questions, so that their answers may be carefully prepared by the pupils after the portions of the text to which they refer have been read through.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading _First Edition April_ 1911 PREFATORY NOTE In this volume appear two new appendices, which will also be added to all others of our Series: (1) _Questionnaires_, which are not meant to usurp the teacher’s freedom in _viva voce_ practice of the language, but to select for attention certain questions, so that their answers may be carefully prepared by the pupils after the portions of the text to which they refer have been read through.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
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showing who or what does the action
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cannot
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From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
taking care or paying attention
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definite but not specified or identified
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CompositionnounUS /ˌkɑːmpəˈzɪʃən/
the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
being joined in close association
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
cultivateverbUS /ˈkʌltəveɪt/
foster the growth of
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
the act of making up your mind about something
From this reading Whether these subjects are to be handled _viva voce_ or in writing must be left to the decision of the teacher.
definitenessnoun
the quality of being predictable with great confidence
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
EditionnounUS /əˈdɪʃən/
the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
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earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
enableverbUS /eˈneɪbəl/
render capable or able for some task
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
facultynounUS /ˈfækəlti/
one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
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intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
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grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
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obtain
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
brought together in one place
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
the act of giving
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
guidancenounUS /ˈɡaɪdəns/
something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
handledadjectiveUS /ˈhændəld/
having a usually specified type of handle
From this reading Whether these subjects are to be handled _viva voce_ or in writing must be left to the decision of the teacher.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
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belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
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ingenuitynounUS /ˌɪndʒəˈnuːətiː/
the power of creative imagination
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
resulting from one's intentions
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols
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the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading Whether these subjects are to be handled _viva voce_ or in writing must be left to the decision of the teacher.
libitum
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From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
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inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey
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used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading Whether these subjects are to be handled _viva voce_ or in writing must be left to the decision of the teacher.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
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used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
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a brief written record
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belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
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make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Whether these subjects are to be handled _viva voce_ or in writing must be left to the decision of the teacher.
others
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belonging to the speaker and others
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portionsnounUS /ˈpɔːrʃənz/
plural of “portion” — something determined in relation to something that includes it
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a customary way of operation or behavior
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precisionnounUS /priˈsɪʒən/
the quality of being reproducible in amount or performance
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
PREFATORYadjective
serving as an introduction or preface
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made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
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preventingverbUS /prɪˈventɪŋ/
-ing form of “prevent” — keep from happening or arising; make impossible
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
pupilnounUS /ˈpjuːpəl/
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
pupilsnounUS /ˈpjuːpəlz/
plural of “pupil” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
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QuestionnairesnounUS /ˌkwestʃəˈnerz/
plural of “questionnaire” — a form containing a set of questions; submitted to people to gain statistical information
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plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
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interpret something that is written or printed
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the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
referverbUS /rəˈfɜːr/
make reference to
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any object that is left unused or still extant
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
Rédaction
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From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
Identical; not different.
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
scopenounUS /skoʊp/
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
selectadjectiveUS /səˈlekt/
of superior grade
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showing reason or sound judgment
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
SeriesnounUS /ˈsɪriz/
similar things placed in order or happening one after another
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put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
for that reason; with the result that
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a thing, without saying which
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
spontaneousadjectiveUS /spɑːnˈteɪniəs/
happening or arising without apparent external cause
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
Sujets
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From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
supremeadjectiveUS /səˈpriːm/
final or last in your life or progress
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
teachernounUS /ˈtiːtʃər/
a person whose occupation is teaching
From this reading Whether these subjects are to be handled _viva voce_ or in writing must be left to the decision of the teacher.
teacher'snounUS /ˈtiːtʃərz/
possessive form of “teacher” — a person whose occupation is teaching
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testnounUS /test/
trying something to find out about it
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
textnounUS /tekst/
the words of something written
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used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
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used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
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belonging to the people or things already mentioned
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in or at that place or location
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Whether these subjects are to be handled _viva voce_ or in writing must be left to the decision of the teacher.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
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used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
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from one end or side of something to the other
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an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
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topicnounUS /ˈtɑːpɪk/
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
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usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
usurpverbUS /ˌjuːˈsɜːrp/
seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
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vivanounUS /ˈviːvə/
an examination conducted by spoken communication
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voce
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the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object
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any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading Sufficient guidance is given to enable every pupil to deal with the topic in a sensible manner; but at the same time there remains ample scope for the exercise of ingenuity and imagination, and the effort of composition cannot fail to test and to cultivate a faculty for giving expression to whatever knowledge the pupil has gathered in his reading.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Whether these subjects are to be handled _viva voce_ or in writing must be left to the decision of the teacher.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
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used to talk about the future, or about willingness
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in the company of; together with
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading If this is done the _viva voce_ practice will gain in definiteness and precision without in the least preventing spontaneous questions being asked _ad libitum_.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading (2) _Sujets de Rédaction_, which are intended to offer something better than the usual subjects set for “Free Composition,” and have the supreme advantage of being connected with the work in hand.
the act of creating written works
From this reading Whether these subjects are to be handled _viva voce_ or in writing must be left to the decision of the teacher.
