The textbook in intermediate Czech is designed for second-year students of the language and those who already have a basic knowledge of Czech grammar and vocabulary. It is appropriate for use in a traditional college language classroom, the business community, or a government language school. It can be covered in a year-long conventional university course or a 10-week intensive course. Lessons are based on authentic reading passages from Czech daily newspapers and magazines, and introduce students to contemporary culture. After each passage, a set of 20 communicative activities and grammar exercises are presented. Topics of the 14 lessons are: traveling; cooking; education; Prague; the Czech anthem; health; life in the city; writer Karel Polacek; work; business; traveler and collector Vojtech Naprstek; history; holidays; and humor. (MSE)