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The purpose of this research is to introduce vocabulary through practice that has been developed to achieve better understanding as well as memorization of the core meaning of target words. The material is geared to Japanese language learners at the intermediate level. Each practice includes a short passage illustrating the context, along with a multiple-choice question for comprehension of the target word. In this presentation, the author also examines various characteristics of learners' vocabulary knowledge. In order to maximize the effect of the material, it can be inferred that appropriate instructor feedback concerning targeted words is essential.