Using Resources - 12th Grade EpicEd

What is the purpose of an etymology dictionary?

• To provide definitions for confusing words

• To help understand the roots and evolution of words

• To find synonyms and antonyms for a given word

• To explain jargon or terminology

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How can a thesaurus help enhance word choice?

• By tracing a word's journey from its earliest recorded occurrence

• By offering synonyms and antonyms for a given word

• By providing spelling assistance

• By explaining the linguistic connections and transformations of words

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What is the purpose of a glossary in a book?

• To provide a list of characters and their descriptions

• To provide a list of terms used in the book, along with their definitions

• To provide a summary of each chapter

• To provide a list of recommended books for further reading

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What does a glossary provide definitions for?

• Words with similar meanings and opposite meanings

• Confusing, technical, or advanced words

• The roots, meanings, and evolution of words

• Jargon or terminology used within a specific work

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Michael, Nora, and Abigail are participating in a school debate competition. Why is it significant for them to be adept at using language resources?

• It explains the linguistic connections and transformations of words they use in their arguments.

• It offers synonyms and antonyms for a given word, helping them to articulate their points better.

• It provides spelling assistance and pronunciation guides, ensuring they communicate their points effectively.

• It enhances their vocabulary and comprehension of the points made by the opposite team, making their arguments more compelling.

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Samuel is writing a research paper and comes across a technical term he doesn't understand. How can a dictionary help him?

• It can organize the words he's using alphabetically and suggest similar words.

• It can find synonyms and antonyms for the term.

• It can help him understand the roots and evolution of the term.

• It can provide definitions for the confusing, technical, or advanced term.

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Dictionaries have thousands of words that are organized _________.

• by length

• geographically

• alphabetically

• phonetically

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Your teacher told you that you need a better word than nice in your report. Where would you look for a better word?

• bilingual dictionary

• dictionary of idioms

• thesaurus

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Refer to the dictionary entry in the photo: What part of speech is the word import?

• noun

• verb

• adjective

• adverb

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Refer to the dictionary entry in the photo: The word stupendous comes from a word that means what?

• to be stunned

• extremely large in amount

• remarkable

• so great in importance as to amaze

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