Reference Materials

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What is a Dictionary?

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A reference book that lists words in alphabetical order and provides their meanings, pronunciations, and usage.

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What are Guide Words?

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Words printed at the top of a page in a dictionary or other reference book that help you find the entry words on that page.

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What is an Almanac?

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A yearly publication that includes various facts and statistics, such as weather forecasts, tide tables, and sports results.

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What is an Atlas?

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A collection of maps, often including geographical information about different regions.

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What is a Thesaurus?

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

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What is an Encyclopedia?

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A comprehensive reference work containing articles on a wide range of subjects, usually arranged alphabetically.

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How do you find a word in a Dictionary?

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Use the guide words at the top of the page to locate the section where the word is listed.

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What is the purpose of a Thesaurus?

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To help writers find synonyms and antonyms to enhance their vocabulary and improve their writing.

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What type of information can you find in an Almanac?

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Weather forecasts, tide tables, sports results, and other statistical data.

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What is the main use of a Dictionary?

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To look up the meanings, pronunciations, and usage of words.