Beginning Vietnamese, part 2
Ton-That Quynh-Du
6 points * 6 hours per week * Second semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: VTN1110
This subject builds on the previous subject, VTN1110. It deals with the question of tense, usage of conjunctions and more complex particles. The context of language use covers comparisons, directions, distances and modes of transport, the human body and basic health terms. Attention is given to the social and cultural context of language use.
Assessment
Written: 20% * Examinations (2 hours): 50% * Oral test and class work: 30%
Prescribed texts
Buu Khai Learning Vietnamese - a guide to pronunciation Vietnamese Language and Culture Publications, 1990
Nguyen Phu Phong Le Vietnamien Fondamental Editions Klincksieck, 1975
Thomson L Vietnamese grammar U Hawaii P, 1984-1985
Ton-That Quynh-Du Learning Vietnamese for speakers of English Book 2 Dept Asian Languages and Studies, Monash U, 1993
Vuong Gia Thuy Vietnamese in a nutshell Montclair, 1975.