Dictionary & Thesaurus

If a word has several definitions, which one will be listed first in a dictionary?

• The definition that the dictionary-makers like the most

• The oldest definition

• The most common definition

• The least common definition

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CCSS.L.2.4E

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Tim's dictionary includes the etymology of the word "robot," and notes that it comes from a Czech word. In the previous sentence, what does "etymology" mean?

• The definition of the word

• The origin of the word

• The number of syllables in the word

• A part of speech

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

In what way is a thesaurus arranged differently than a dictionary?

• A thesaurus contains entries in many different languages; a dictionary contains entries in only one language

• A thesaurus is written in short essays about usage and syntax; a dictionary is simply a list of words

• Dictionary entries are arranged by parts of speech; thesaurus entries are arranged chronologically

• A dictionary lists entries alphabetically; the listings in a thesaurus are often organized by theme

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

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The guide words at the top of a dictionary page are "garment" and "gestate." Which word would be defined on that page?

• Gamete

• Garden

• Gelid

• Geyser

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Why are words in dictionaries broken up by dots?

• The dots indicate breaks between syllables

• The dots indicate the language the word comes from

• The dots indicate what part of speech the word is

• The dots hint at the word's meaning

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Where might you find the word "candle" in a thesaurus?

• Under the heading "light"

• Under the heading "sight"

• Under the heading "opera"

• Under the heading "nouns"

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

If a dictionary definition includes the letter "v," at the end what can you conclude about the word being defined?

• It's pronounced with a strong "v" sound

• It begins with the letter "v"

• It has five syllables

• It's a verb

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CCSS.RF.2.3E

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Why should you use a dictionary to look up words you find in a thesaurus?

• Because words in a thesaurus are often misspelled

• Because thesaurus makers are often sloppy with their definitions

• Because words in a thesaurus aren't always exact synonyms

• Because the dictionary will provide even more synonyms for the new word

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

How can you compare the functions of a dictionary and a thesaurus?

• A thesaurus defines words; a dictionary shows you how to spell them

• A thesaurus gives you alternate definitions for words; a dictionary provides the main definition

• A thesaurus is a comprehensive list of words in the English language; a dictionary provides word origins

• A thesaurus helps you find the word you're looking for; a dictionary helps you define it

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

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How can a thesaurus help you improve your writing? Choose the best answer.

• It can help you spell difficult words

• It can help you find more interesting words to use

• It can help you define words you don't know

• It can help you find rhyming words

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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