Using a Glossary

Using a Glossary

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English

5th - 6th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial explains the purpose and structure of a glossary, highlighting its role in helping readers understand challenging words in a text. It differentiates between a glossary and a dictionary, provides an example of a glossary page, and offers strategies for using glossaries effectively to comprehend textbook content. The tutorial concludes by emphasizing the importance of glossaries in understanding specialized terms.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of a glossary?

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How does a glossary differ from a dictionary?

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What information is typically included in a glossary entry?

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Why are content words often highlighted in bold on a glossary page?

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What strategy can help readers understand challenging words in a textbook?

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