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Peer reviewedMason, Keith – Mosaic: A Journal for Language Teachers, 1996
Mnemonic devices summarize and simplify grammar rules, especially when applied to the verb forms found in Romance languages. The article presents two mnemonic devices helpful in summarizing the uses of two verb tenses. These include coining a word to illustrate a rule and projecting irregular verb forms on a Mexican "sombrero." (four references)…
Descriptors: Class Activities, French, Italian, Mnemonics
