
Fluency vs Academic English
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The Importance of Mastering Basic Grammar Structures for Fluency
This chapter emphasizes the importance of mastering basic grammar structures, particularly the simple past tense, for achieving fluency in English. It discusses the tendency of many students to focus on more complex aspects of grammar while struggling with the correct usage of simple past tense. The chapter highlights the need to listen to and understand simpler English, as well as repeatedly exposing oneself to the same words and structures to solidify understanding. It also introduces the mini-story technique used in their lessons, which utilizes repetitive questions to reinforce grammar structures and vocabulary. The importance of repetition is emphasized, along with a recommendation to listen to the same lessons multiple times for increased understanding.