Using Reference Materials Effectively

Which of the following resources would you use to find synonyms for the word "happy"?

• Dictionary

• Thesaurus

• Glossary

• Encyclopedia

What is the primary purpose of a glossary in a textbook?

• To provide synonyms for words

• To define specialized terms used in the text

• To list all the chapters in the book

• To provide translations of words

If you wanted to find the meaning of the word "photosynthesis," which resource would be most appropriate?

• Thesaurus

• Glossary

• Dictionary

• Atlas

Which of the following is a key difference between a dictionary and a glossary?

• A dictionary provides synonyms, while a glossary does not.

• A glossary is usually found at the end of a book, while a dictionary is a standalone book.

• A dictionary is used for translations, while a glossary is not.

• A glossary provides antonyms, while a dictionary does not.

You are writing a story and want to replace the word "big" with a more descriptive synonym. Which resource should you use?

• Dictionary

• Thesaurus

• Glossary

• Almanac

Which of the following would you find in a thesaurus entry for the word "fast"?

• Definition of "fast"

• Synonyms like "quick" and "speedy"

• The origin of the word "fast"

• A list of books about speed

A glossary is most similar to which of the following?

• A thesaurus

• An index

• A dictionary

• A bibliography

Which resource would you use to find the antonym of the word "increase"?

• Dictionary

• Thesaurus

• Glossary

• Encyclopedia

What type of information would you expect to find in a dictionary entry for the word "ocean"?

• Synonyms and antonyms

• Definition, pronunciation, and part of speech

• A list of books about oceans

• A map of the world's oceans

Which of the following is NOT typically found in a glossary?

• Definitions of terms

• Synonyms for terms

• Terms specific to the book's subject

• Page numbers where terms are used