Reference Materials

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What is a thesaurus?

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A thesaurus is a reference book that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning (synonyms) and sometimes antonyms.

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Is a thesaurus in alphabetical order?

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Yes, a thesaurus is organized in alphabetical order.

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What is a table of contents?

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A table of contents is a list at the beginning of a book that shows the chapters or sections and their page numbers.

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Do tables of contents make finding information more difficult?

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No, tables of contents help make finding information easier.

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What is an atlas?

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An atlas is a book of maps.

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What is an encyclopedia?

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An encyclopedia is a set of books that provides information on a wide range of topics.

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What is a dictionary?

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A dictionary is a reference book that lists words in alphabetical order and provides their meanings.

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What is an almanac?

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An almanac is a reference book that contains facts and statistics, often about the weather, events, and calendars.

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What is the internet?

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The internet is a global network of computers that allows people to access and share information.

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What are search engines?

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Search engines are tools on the internet that help users find information by searching for keywords.