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What do you call the words at the top of the page that help you find the book?

• guide words

• entry word

You want to check the spelling of a word.

• atlas

• encyclopedia

• dictionary

• thesaurus

Select the correct definition for the word flight.  
I have a flight scheduled to leave at 10:00 am.

• The act or process of flying.

• A scheduled airplane trip.

• A group flying together.

• A series of stairs.

Select the correct definition for the word melt.

The sugar cube began to melt when it was placed in the hot coffee.

• To change a solid to a liquid by heating.

• To dissolve.

• To lessen or fade gradually, vanish.

• To change or blend gradually.

Select the correct definition for the word passage.

We took the boat through a small passage on the river.

• The act or process of passing.

• A journey, especially by water or air.

• A narrow path or channel.

• A part of a written work that is read.

Select the correct definition for the word retreat.

My family and I went on a retreat to the mountains for the weekend.

• The act of moving back in the face of an enemy.

• The signal for such an act, made on a drum or trumpet.

• A quiet, private place

• She worked very meticulous on her art project.
• Did you meticulous with your homework last night?
• You should be very meticulous when solving math problems.
• The story was about a young meticulous.

What is the purpose of guide words in a dictionary?

• To provide definitions

• To indicate pronunciation

• To help locate words

• To offer synonyms

Which part of a dictionary entry provides the word's meaning?

• Pronunciation

• Definition

• Etymology

• Part of speech

What information does a thesaurus provide that a dictionary does not?

• Synonyms

• Definitions

• Pronunciations

• Etymology