NEW ARABIC COURSE FOR ENGLISH SPEAKING STUDENTS BOOK 5

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The NEW ARABIC COURSE FOR ENGLISH SPEAKING STUDENTS BOOK 5 (also known as Madinah Arabic Reader Book 5) is a continuation in the popular series by Dr. V. Abdur Rahim. This volume is designed for intermediate-to-advanced learners to solidify their command of classical Arabic structure and expand their working vocabulary.

Key Features and Content

The series, based on the curriculum taught at the Islamic University of Madinah, is structured to impart a knowledge of Arabic in the classical structural form through an applied grammar approach.

1. Advanced Grammatical Concepts

Book 5 builds heavily on the foundations of the first three core books and the supplementary material of Book 4, introducing more complex concepts in Sarf (morphology) and Nahw (syntax). A significant focus is placed on advanced verb forms and particles, such as:

• Verbal Nouns (Maṣādir) and their patterns.
• Advanced usage of the jussive particle, such as لَمَّا (lammā) (meaning ‘not yet’).
• Intricate details of verb conjugation (taṣrīf), including “weak” verbs and the different verb types (forms II-X, etc.) as they appear in context.

2. Lesson Structure and Vocabulary

• Conversations and Readings: Each lesson is centered around a conversation or a reading passage that naturally illustrates a set of new grammatical patterns.
• Applied Grammar: The textual matter is followed by a comprehensive and systematic explanation of the grammar that was just used.
• Vocabulary: The vocabulary is extensive, covering words and expressions ranging from classical/Qur’anic Arabic to those common in Modern Standard Arabic. This blend prepares the student to handle both classical texts (like the Qur’an and Hadith) and contemporary usage.
• Exercises: The book includes a variety of exercises, such as filling in blanks, verbal conjugation drills, and translation tasks (Arabic to English and vice-versa).

3. Purpose and Target Audience

The goal of Book 5 is to transition the student from a strong intermediate level to an advanced one, making them competent in their use of both modern and classical Arabic literature. It is widely utilized in institutions globally, including those preparing students for the University of London (UK) GCE O-Level and A-Level Arabic examinations.

The video Madinah Reader 5 lesson 1 provides a detailed breakdown of the first lesson in this volume, which is essential for students starting Book 5.