Description
The “Junior Course of English Composition” serves the purpose of guiding students through various forms of written expression. Chapter I focuses on the reproduction of extracts, aligning with standards at Board Schools and exams by Oxford, Cambridge, and Pupil-teacher training. After grounding students in grammar principles, Chapter II emphasizes clear and effective writing. Chapter III delves into punctuation, crucial for examinations. Chapter IV introduces essay-writing through expanded outlines, progressing in difficulty. Mr. Battersby’s note on essay-writing and a list of composition subjects are included. Lastly, Chapter V covers private, official, and commercial letter-writing, with a list of trade terms.