Table of Contents

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List of Figures and Tables

Acknowledgements

Introduction to the Persian Language

About the Textbook

To the Student

To the Instructor

Credits for images and illustrations featured in the book

1. Greetings and Introductions

2. My Family

3. Occupation and Profession

4. Daily Activities

5. My University

6. Home and House

7. My Home Town and Country

8. Shopping

9. Review

10. Weather

11. Personality Traits

12. Traveling in Iran

Appendix A Understanding Persian Verbs: Why Do “They All Appear Alike”?

Appendix B High Frequency Base Verbs in Present, Past and Subjunctive Forms

Appendix C High Frequency Composite Verbs in Present Tense, Past Tense, and Subjunctive

Appendix D Simple Guide to Useful Verb Categories in Persian (with Examples)

Appendix E A Quick Guide to Differences Between Spelling and Pronunciation in Persian

Appendix F Grammarian’s Corner

Appendix G Answer Key

Appendix H Instructor’s Resources

Dictionary